Great Basin National Park
77,180
Acres
152,000/year
Annual Visitors
Free
Entry Fee
June through September
Best Time to Visit
National Park Service
National Park
Great Basin was established on October 27, 1986, protecting a section of the remote Snake Range in eastern Nevada. Lehman Caves holds more than 300 rare shield formations, and ancient bristlecone pines have survived more than 4,000 years.
What Great Basin Is Known For
Lehman Caves
Ancient bristlecone pine trees
Wheeler Peak summit
Exceptional dark sky stargazing
Top Activities
Lehman Caves guided tours
Hiking to bristlecone pines
Summit hiking Wheeler Peak
Stargazing
Wildlife watching
Scenic drives
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