East Peak is a

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in the

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of western

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, United States. It is the highest point in Douglas County. The summit is in the Heavenly ski area and is the location of East Peak Lodge.

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* Mountains of Nevada Landforms of Douglas County, Nevada {{DouglasCountyNV-geo-stub