| Lander Crossing | |
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Placer County |
| Elevation[1] | 2,300 ft (701 m) |
Lander Crossing (also, Lander)[2] is an unincorporated community in Placer County, California.[1] Lander Crossing is located on the Southern Pacific Railroad, 2.5 miles (4.0 km) south-southwest of Colfax.[2] It lies at an elevation of 2300 feet (701 m).[1]
The name honors Frederick West Lander, superintendent for the wagon road in 1858.[2]