From Caves to the Cosmos
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. Read More
Enter the remarkable Lehman Caves and explore a unique marble cave full of stalactites, stalagmites, popcorn, cave shields, and mystery.
Start here for information regarding hours, weather, road conditions, and more. Come by a Visitor Center for more info during your visit.
Summer at Great Basin is a wonderful season to visit with reliably comfortable conditions.
The Midden is a biannual newsletter published by the Resource Management division of Great Basin National Park
Check out the dozens of miles of trails available in the park, taking you to gorgeous lakes, bristlecone pines, and solitude.
Park press releases on various on goings around the park can be found here.
Great Basin offers five different front country campgrounds and many other camping options.
Click here for the most up-to-date information on visitor center, road, campground, and trail statuses and special alerts.
Know before you go by checking weather for your visit.
Plan your route to Great Basin, learn about nearby roads, and check current conditions.
Great Basin has many accessible facilities, campsites, and programs. Learn how to make your experience the best here.
Download the NPS mobile app to enhance your visit to Great Basin and other national parks.