| White Horse Mountains | |
|---|---|
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,407 m (4,616 ft) |
| Geography | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| District | Harney County |
| Range coordinates | 42°12′59.623″N118°30′4.628″W / 42.21656194°N 118.50128556°W Coordinates: 42°12′59.623″N118°30′4.628″W / 42.21656194°N 118.50128556°W |
| Topo map | USGS Tumtum Lake |
The White Horse Mountains are a mountain range in Harney County, Oregon. [1] The White Horse Mountains climb to 4,616 feet (1,407 meters) above sea level.
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