Trail to ancient bristlecone pine trees.
Great Basin National Park
National Park · NV
From the 13,063-foot summit of Wheeler Peak to the sagebrush-covered foothills, Great Basin National Park hosts a sample of the incredible diversity of the larger Great Basin region. Come and partake of the solitude of the wilderness, walk among ancient bristlecone pines, bask in the darkest of night skies, and explore mysterious subterranean passages. There's a lot more than just desert here.
Park report
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesWheeler Peak Scenic Drive Winter Closure
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesNo Potable Water in Park Campgrounds
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Campgrounds Available
How this is rated
Good: campgrounds available in this park7 campgrounds
Visitor Centers
Good2 visitor centers
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available35 activities
Park Name
InfoGreat Basin National Park
Designation
InfoNational Park
State(s)
InfoNV
Phone
Info775-234-7331
grba_interpretation@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoPark Grounds and Trails Check "Visitor Centers" tab for facility-specific hours
Visitor Center: Lehman Caves Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Visitor Center: Great Basin Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoAnimals, Birds, Caves, Caverns and Karst + 2 more
Weather Info
InfoThere is almost an 8,000 ft (2,400 m) difference in elevation between Wheeler Peak and the valley floor. Weather conditions in the park vary with elevation. In late spring and early summer, days in th
Getting There
InfoFrom the East or West: From U.S. Highway 6 & 50, turn south on Nevada State Highway 487 and travel 5 miles to Baker, NV. In Baker turn west on Highway 488 and travel 5 miles to the park. From the Sout
Location
Info38.9462° N, -114.2580° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website