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Great Basin National Park

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Caution No Potable Water in Park Campgrounds

There currently is no water available in any campground in Great Basin National Park.  Water is available at the RV Fill and Dump Station, the Great Basin, and the Lehman Caves Visitor Center as well as some local businesses.  

Straight from the US National Park Service, refreshed several times a day.

Great Basin National Park is located in eastern Nevada, showcasing a mountainous landscape that contrasts with the surrounding desert. Travelers often come to explore its high peaks, ancient bristlecone pines, and the Lehman Caves, which feature intricate limestone formations.

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The park is less frequented than others in the West, offering a quieter experience for those willing to make the trip. Visitors can enjoy hiking, stargazing, and learning about the area's cultural history, including the influence of the Indian Fremont culture.

In pictures

Bristlecone pine tree with a dark blue sky behind it with a bright Jupiter shining
Bristlecone pine tree with a dark blue sky behind it with a bright Jupiter shining

Things to do

Lehman Caves Tour
30-90 Minutes

Lehman Caves Tours

Hike the Baker Creek Loop
90-180 Minutes · Winter/Spring

An upper easy/low moderate hike, Baker Creek is often accessible or semi-accessible year round, making a viabl...

Hike to the Wheeler Peak Bristlecone Grove
1-3 Hours · Spring/Summer

The Bristlecone Trail is not to be missed on a visit to the park. This 2.8-mile round-trip hike takes visitors...

Become a Great Basin National Park Junior Ranger
30-120 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Great Basin Junior Ranger

Hike to Lexington Arch
2-4 Hours · Winter/Spring

Hike 5.6 miles through shrubland to see one of the largest limestone arches in the world. Find plenty of peace...

Hike the Upper Strawberry Trail
2-4 Hours · Spring/Summer

The meadows of the Sage Steppe Loop combined with moderate difficulty ascending to a mountain saddle, the Uppe...

Hike the Sage Steppe Loop
30-90 Minutes · Spring/Summer

Wildlife, wildflowers, escapes from the heat, and an easy trail to boot. The Sage Steppe Loop is both a wonder...

Hike the Serviceberry Trail
90-150 Minutes · Spring/Summer

The 3.2 mile Serviceberry Loop is a wonderful loop trail through serviceberry, rabbitbrush, and sagebrush, giv...

Hike the Big Wash Trail
12-24 Hours · Summer/Fall

Big Wash is perhaps the most difficult and least travelled trail in the park. be prepared for a long 20.6 mile...

Hike to Johnson Lake from Snake Creek
4-8 Hours · Summer/Fall

Hike to the backcountry and isolated Johnson Lake. 8.0 miles round trip rewards visitors with a chance for iso...

Hike to Snake Creek Overlook
30-90 Minutes · Spring/Summer

The Snake Creek Overlook trail is a nice, short trail that will work one's legs with a stretch of elevation ga...

Hike the Shoshone ADA Trail
10-20 Minutes · Spring/Summer

The Shoshone ADA trail is a small section of one of Great Basin's longer hiking routes. This 0.1 mile stretch...

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At a glance

Established
1986
Open
Daily open 24 hours
Accessibility
Some campgrounds have accessible sites
Address
Lehman Caves Visitor Center, Baker, NV 89311
Opening hours
Daily open 24 hours
Phone
775-234-7331
Price
Free
Website
www.nps.gov

Things to know

Expect limited cell service and internet connectivity in the area.
Lodging options are basic and located in nearby Baker, about 30 miles away.
Campsites are available but have restrictions on group size and equipment.
Most roads are dirt tracks; four-wheel drive is recommended for some areas.

Photo: NPS Photo