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Wild Horse Range
Wild Horse Range is located in Nevada
Wild Horse Range
Location in Nevada
Highest point
Elevation 2,138 m (7,014 ft)
Geography
Country United States
State Nevada
District Elko County
Range coordinates 41°44′6.656″N 115°51′56.310″W / 41.73518222°N 115.86564167°W / 41.73518222; -115.86564167
Topo map USGS Wild Horse

The Wild Horse Range is a cool group of mountains located in Elko County, Nevada, in the United States. It's found in the northwestern part of Nevada, a bit away from the Owyhee River and its Wild Horse Reservoir. These mountains are part of a bigger natural area called the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, specifically within its Mountain City Ranger District. Think of the Wild Horse Range as a smaller part of the larger Jarbidge Mountains group.

Discovering the Wild Horse Range

The Wild Horse Range is a fascinating place with lots to explore. It's known for its beautiful scenery and being home to various plants and animals. This mountain range stands tall in a part of Nevada that's full of wide-open spaces.

Where is the Wild Horse Range?

This mountain range is located in the northeastern part of Nevada. It's specifically in Elko County, which is a large area in the state. If you look on a map, you'll find it northwest of a big lake called the Wild Horse Reservoir. This reservoir gets its water from the Owyhee River.

Part of a Bigger Forest

The Wild Horse Range isn't just a standalone group of mountains. It's actually inside the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. This is a huge national forest that covers a lot of land in Nevada and California. The Wild Horse Range is managed by a specific part of this forest called the Mountain City Ranger District. Ranger districts help take care of different sections of the forest.

Connected to Other Mountains

Even though it has its own name, the Wild Horse Range is considered a "sub-range" of the Jarbidge Mountains. This means it's like a smaller branch or section of a larger mountain system. The Jarbidge Mountains are also in northeastern Nevada and are known for their rugged beauty.

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