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The geography of Nevada is largely dominated by the Great Basin Desert. Learn about Nevada's major cities and geographical features in this section.

Featured Article:  Geography of Henderson

Henderson, Nevada, a city in Clark County. It is located about 10 miles (16 km) southeast of Las Vegas. See more »

Geography of Nevada

Geography of Nevada

Nevada, a state in the western United States. It is bounded on the north by Oregon and Idaho, on the east by Utah and Arizona, and on the south and west by California.

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Geography of Carson City

Carson City, Nevada, the state capital. Carson City was named after the Indian scout and explorer Kit Carson.

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Geography of Henderson

Henderson, Nevada, a city in Clark County. It is located about 10 miles (16 km) southeast of Las Vegas.

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Geography of Las Vegas

Las Vegas, Nevada, the largest city in the state and the seat of Clark County. It is 220 miles (354 km) northeast of Los Angeles.

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Geography of North Las Vegas

North Las Vegas, Nevada, a city in Clark County and a suburb of Las Vegas. North Las Vegas is mainly residential, with some light manufacturing industries.

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Geography of Reno

Reno, Nevada, the seat of Washoe County. It is near the California border, on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada.

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Geography of Sparks

Sparks, Nevada, a city in Washoe County, four miles (6 km) east of downtown Reno.

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