Where is Indian Hills, Nevada, USA?

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Where is Indian Hills Located? - Indian Hills is a city located in the Jefferson County of Nevada, United States. Indian Hills lies between 39.4562099 Degrees North latitudes and 77.9638869 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Indian Hills, Nevada

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Where is Indian Hills?: The Google Map showing the location of Indian Hills in the U.S. state of Nevada.

Where is Indian Hills Located?

Indian Hills is a city located in the Jefferson County of Nevada, United States. Indian Hills lies between 39.4562099 Degrees North latitudes and 77.9638869 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Indian Hills city is 5962 people and the city has a total area of 14.61 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Indian Hills, Nevada Quick Facts

Property Information
CommunityIndian Hills (Census-designated place)
CountyDouglas County
StateNevada
State CapitalCarson City
US RegionWestern United States
Latitude39.0866° N
Longitude119.7760° W
Elevation4,711 ft (1,436 m)
Land Area5.31 sq mi
Water Area0.00 sq mi
Total Area5.31 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)6,248 (2020 Census)
Population DensityApproximately 1,177 per sq mi
ZIP Code89705
Area Code775
Time Zone StandardPacific Standard Time (PST, UTC−8)
Time Zone DaylightPacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC−7)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code32-36200
Congressional DistrictNevada's 2nd Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Indian Hills, Nevada

  • Carson City, Nevada - North - 4 mi
  • Minden, Nevada - South - 11 mi
  • Gardnerville, Nevada - South - 14 mi
  • Genoa, Nevada - South - 13 mi
  • Stateline, Nevada - Southwest - 20 mi
  • South Lake Tahoe, California - Southwest - 21 mi
  • Incline Village, Nevada - Northwest - 28 mi
  • Reno, Nevada - North - 34 mi
  • Sparks, Nevada - North - 36 mi
  • Virginia City, Nevada - Northeast - 19 mi

Driving Distances from Indian Hills, Nevada

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
Carson CityNevada48 minutes
MindenNevada1115 minutes
GenoaNevada1318 minutes
GardnervilleNevada1420 minutes
Virginia CityNevada1930 minutes
StatelineNevada2030 minutes
South Lake TahoeCalifornia2135 minutes
Incline VillageNevada2845 minutes
RenoNevada3440 minutes
SparksNevada3645 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Indian Hills, Nevada

Transportation Details
Airport NameReno–Tahoe International Airport
IATA CodeRNO
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysUS Highway 395, Interstate 580, Nevada State Route 88 (nearby)
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station in Reno, Nevada
Local Bus/Transit ServiceJump Around Carson (JAC) and Douglas Area Rural Transit (DART)
  • US Highway 395 and Interstate 580 provide direct access to Carson City, Reno, Minden, and Gardnerville.
  • Nevada State Route 88 offers convenient access to the Sierra Nevada and California via Carson Pass.
  • Reno–Tahoe International Airport, about 30 miles north, provides extensive domestic air service.
  • Regional transit services connect Indian Hills with Carson City, Douglas County, and surrounding communities.
  • Indian Hills is a residential community situated between Carson City and the Carson Valley, offering easy access to Lake Tahoe and outdoor recreation.

What are top Places to Visit in Indian Hills, Nevada

Landmark Name Type
Carson Hot SpringsHot Springs
Nevada State MuseumMuseum
Nevada State Railroad MuseumRailroad Museum
Washoe Lake State ParkState Park
Kings Canyon Waterfalls TrailHiking Trail
Mormon Station State Historic ParkHistoric Park
Lake Tahoe Nevada State ParkState Park
Genoa Historic DistrictHistoric District
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic ParkHistoric Ranch
Carson RiverNatural Attraction

Colleges and Universities in Indian Hills, Nevada

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
Western Nevada CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, workforce training, nursing, and university transfer programs
University of Nevada, RenoPublicUniversityEngineering, business, medicine, agriculture, and research
Lake Tahoe Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTransfer education, environmental studies, and workforce development
Sierra Nevada University (University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe)PublicUniversity CampusEnvironmental science, sustainability, and graduate education
Douglas County School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary public education

Waterbodies in Indian Hills, Nevada

Carson River, Washoe Lake, Lake Tahoe, Clear Creek, Hobart Reservoir, Marlette Lake, Spooner Lake, Topaz Lake

Golf Courses in Indian Hills, Nevada

Sunridge Golf Club, Carson Valley Golf Course, Genoa Lakes Golf Club (Lakes Course), Genoa Lakes Golf Club (Ranches Course), Silver Oak Golf Course, Empire Ranch Golf Course

Indian Hills, Nevada — Key Historical Facts

  • Indian Hills developed primarily during the mid-twentieth century as a residential community just south of Carson City in Douglas County.
  • Its location along the historic Carson Valley transportation corridor contributed to steady residential growth and regional accessibility.
  • The community benefited from the expansion of nearby Carson City, becoming a desirable location for commuters seeking suburban living.
  • Its proximity to Lake Tahoe, the Sierra Nevada, and Washoe Lake has made outdoor recreation an important aspect of local life.
  • Today, Indian Hills is recognized as a quiet residential community with convenient access to Carson City, Reno, Carson Valley, and numerous recreational destinations throughout western Nevada.

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