| Sand Range | |
|---|---|
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,373 m (4,505 ft) |
| Geography | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Nevada |
| District | Washoe County |
| Range coordinates | 40°21′20.653″N119°50′18.725″W / 40.35573694°N 119.83853472°W Coordinates: 40°21′20.653″N119°50′18.725″W / 40.35573694°N 119.83853472°W |
| Topo map | USGS Sand Pass |
The Sand Range is a mountain range in Washoe County, Nevada. [1]
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