Elk Mountains (Nevada)

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Elk Mountains

Location of Elk Mountains in Nevada [1]

Highest point
Elevation 2,682.85 m (8,802.0 ft)
Geography
Country United States
State Nevada
District Elko County
Range coordinates 41°58′N 115°04′W / 41.96°N 115.06°W / 41.96; -115.06Coordinates: 41°58′N 115°04′W / 41.96°N 115.06°W / 41.96; -115.06
Topo map USGS Elk Mountain

The Elk Mountains are a mountain range in Elko County, Nevada, United States.[1] The range is contained within the Jarbidge Ranger District of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and is considered to be a sub-range of the Jarbidge Mountains. [2] The highest point is Elk Mountain. [3]

References

  1. 1 2 "Elk Mountains". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. Retrieved 2009-05-04.
  2. ↑ "Jarbidge Mountains - Peakbagger.com". Retrieved August 10, 2013.
  3. ↑ "Mountain Zone: Elk Mountain". Retrieved July 16, 2013.


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