Lander Crossing, California facts for kids
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Lander Crossing
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 Lander Crossing
Location in California
Lander Crossing
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Placer County |
| Elevation | 2,300 ft (701 m) |
Lander Crossing (also, Lander) is an unincorporated community in Placer County, California. Lander Crossing is located on the Southern Pacific Railroad, 2.5 miles (4.0 km) south-southwest of Colfax. It lies at an elevation of 2300 feet (701 m).
The name honors Frederick West Lander, superintendent for the wagon road in 1858.
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