The Majestic Basin and Range
In the shadow of 13,063-foot Wheeler Peak, 5,000 year old bristlecone pine trees grow on rocky glacial moraines. Come to Great Basin National Park to experience the solitude of the desert, the smell of sagebrush after a thunderstorm, the darkest of night skies, and the beauty of Lehman Caves. Far from a wasteland, the Great Basin is a diverse region that awaits your discovery.
Features
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Astronomy Programs at Great Basin
Great Basin is one of the darkest places in the country. Ranger led astronomy programs are conducted all year long.
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Great Basin Ranger Programs
Want to learn more about Great Basin? Join one of our scheduled ranger programs!
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Great Basin Social Media
This is to help you connect with Great Basin National Park and to meet you "where you are at", and "where you expect us to be."
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What is the Great Basin?
Shrouded in myth and mystery by Europeans, called dead, barren, and desolate, visitors are surprised to find it's alive, fruitful, and full of wonders
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Great Basin in the News
Get the most up-do-date information about Great Basin National Park.
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Did You Know?
Cattle grazing was eliminated from Great Basin National Park in 1999. The South Snake Range is still home to 10-15 Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep.