The Continental Divide runs down the spine of the Rocky Mountains, which are located west of the Appalachian Mountains.

Here's a quick breakdown:

* Continental Divide: A line of high ground that separates rivers flowing to the Atlantic Ocean from those flowing to the Pacific Ocean.

* Rocky Mountains: A major mountain range in western North America.

* Appalachian Mountains: A major mountain range in eastern North America.

Think of it like this: The Continental Divide is the "backbone" of the North American continent, with the Rockies being the "spinal column". The Appalachians are much further east, on the opposite side of the continent.