What Is Great Basin National Park?
Great Basin National Park protects the forests and caves surrounding Wheeler Peak, excellent examples of the ecosystems that make the Great Basin so unique!
What Makes It Beautiful?
There’s a kind of mysticism to this park, as you rise up from baking desert temperatures to sweater weather at the mountain trailheads! Its hard to top the bristlecone pines, some of the oldest living things in nature, for the way their branches reach for life amid their rugged, rocky environment. Look forward to sweeping views from the top of Wheeler Peak and fantastic formations underground in Lehman Cave (which I couldn’t see because of the COVID-19 Pandemic). It’s one of the least visited national parks in America, so you can expect some high-mountain peace and quite too!
How Can I #HelpTheHelpers?
- Volunteer at Great Basin National Park!
- Donate to Great Basin National Park!
- Be a responsible visitor! Remember the old adages: Pack out what you pack in! Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints!
How Do I Get There?
Lehman Caves Rd & Wheeler Peak Scenic Dr
Baker, NV 89311
(Take Me There!)
When Should I Visit the Park?
The park is open 24/7, though the visitor centers have set hours. They open daily at 8:00 AM and close at 5:00, 4:30, and 4:00 in summer, fall, and winter, respectively! You’ll also need to reserve a tour if you plan on visiting Lehman Cave!
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