Lincoln County, County in Nevada
Lincoln County encompasses vast deserts and mountain ranges.
Lincoln County was created in 1866, during the American Civil War.
The county is named after Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States.
Visitor centers in Lincoln County provide information about local attractions.
Home to the famous Extraterrestrial Highway, a popular location for UFO sightings.
Location: Nevada
Inception: 1861
Capital city: Pioche
Population: 4499
Website: lincolncountynv.org
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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Lincoln County encompasses vast deserts and mountain ranges.
Tikaboo Peak stands at an elevation of 7,946 feet (2,422 m).
The Basin and Range National Monument encompasses vast desert landscapes.
Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge offers a lush wetland oasis in the desert of Nevada.
The Lincoln County Courthouse is a historic building located in Nevada.
Bristol Wells Town Site is a scenic remnant of the American mining boom.
Quinn Canyon Wilderness boasts dramatic canyons and mountainous terrain.
The Clover Mountains Wilderness features a diverse landscape of rolling hills, rugged mountains, and deep canyons.
The Weepah Spring Wilderness is a protected area in the state of Nevada, preserving natural resources and wildlife.
The Fortification Range Wilderness is a protected area encompassing over 30,000 acres.
