Information, Great Basin National Park

Basic Information

Though the park is open 24/7 year-round, some areas and attractions are only open seasonally.

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Great Basin National Park has no entrance fee.

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Though Great Basin has beauty and adventure all year, you will make the most of your trip by visiting between late spring and late fall.

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Great Basin is easily accessible by a number of highways running through Nevada.

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There is only one place in the park to purchase food and souvenirs, however the town of Baker, Nevada offers a variety of options just five miles away.

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Cell phone service is very unreliable in the park.

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There is no permit required for backcountry activities however the park's list of backcountry regulations can help ensure a fun and safe experience.

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The weather in the park can be drastically different depending on the time of day and your location.

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Good preparation can prevent most unsafe situations from arising when exploring Great Basin.

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Bringing a pet with you will limit what you are able to do inside Great Basin National Park.

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Great Basin National Park has many wheelchair accessible features that allow for easy traveling and exploring in the park.

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Phone, web and physical address information.

Activities

The roads running through Great Basin lead to wonderful hiking trails and campgrounds. Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive is also a beautiful way to see the park.

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Hiking season is usually between June - September because access roads are usually closed due to snow in the 9,000 feet elevation during the other months.

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Mountain biking is popular on paved and primitive roads, but the steep inclines may prove to be the biggest challenge facing bikers.

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Ranger-led cave tours are available at the Lehman Caves Visitor Center, but some wild caving is permitted for those in possession of a permit.

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While climbing is allowed in the park, visitors are encouraged to speak to park rangers about potential risks depending on the time of year.

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Great Basin is home to some great fishing spots, however, a Nevada state fishing permit is required. The park does not sell fishing permits.

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Seeing the park from horseback is the only way to experience it as it was originally discovered.

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The roads might be closed to car traffic in the winter, but they turn into a great area for snowshoeing and skiing.

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There is an incredibly diverse array of wildlife to see in the park. From animals to plants, you are sure to spot something exciting every time you enter the park.

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Great Basin has five developed campgrounds and one primitive campsite.

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The Lehman Caves tours and astronomy programs are offered by park rangers throughout the year.

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Great Basin offers fun for the whole family with a variety of activities, hikes and drives that are fun for you and your little ranger!

Learn About the Park

Great Basin is about as far as you can get from civilization in the lower 48 states: the park is 200 miles from the nearest population center.

Learn About the Park

A list of some of the most frequently asked questions about Great Basin National Park.

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Special events hosted by or in the park.

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It is estimated that the first humans inhabited Great Basin National Park over 10,000 years ago.

Learn About the Park

Though Great Basin is a cold, desert climate, it is home to a surprising array of trees and plants.