A GOOD REASON TO GO
Mountain desert & ancient trees
Great Basin pairs an isolated mountain setting with underground wonders. Choose among high-country viewpoints, bristlecone-pine country and a booked cavern tour, allowing time for the quiet scale of eastern Nevada.
NPS Photo
What to explore
- Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive
- Bristlecone pine area
- Lehman Caves tours
Before you go
High-elevation roads are seasonal. Cave tours require separate arrangements, and altitude can affect how far visitors comfortably walk.
Allow time for the approach, interpretation and breaks. Check the specific facilities and walking surfaces your guests need.
Current access, reservations, fees and operating arrangements should be checked with the official operator or managing agency. Photographs can show earlier conditions.