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Great Basin National Park

Wheeler Peak, Great Basin National Park, Nevada | Photo Credit: Shutterstock / Arlene Waller
Wheeler Peak, Great Basin National Park, Nevada | Photo Credit: Shutterstock / Arlene Waller

Great Basin National Park, nestled in the heart of Nevada, is a hidden gem that captivates visitors with its diverse landscapes and unique features. The park is renowned for its ancient bristlecone pine groves, some of the oldest living trees on Earth, as well as the mesmerizing Lehman Caves. Hiking trails wind through alpine meadows, rugged canyons, and towering peaks, offering stunning views and encounters with wildlife like mule deer and mountain goats. Stargazing in the park’s designated dark sky areas is a truly awe-inspiring experience. Great Basin National Park invites explorers to delve into its natural wonders, revealing the extraordinary beauty and tranquility of the Great Basin region. Be sure to visit the park website for current closures and conditions.

Top Photography Locations and Sights at Great Basin National Park:

As photographers, we know that many of you will only have one chance in a lifetime to visit the National Parks. To make your life easier, we have compiled a list of our top photography locations and sights at Great Basin National Park! While this is not comprehensive, and there are many more amazing sights to see, it should give you a good feel for the park.

Alpine Loop Trail
Alpine Loop Trail
Baker Creek
Baker Creek
Baker Lake
Baker Lake
Bristlecone Pine Grove Trail
Bristlecone Pine Grove Trail
Johnson Lake
Johnson Lake
Lehman Caves
Lehman Caves
Lexington Arch
Lexington Arch
Mather Overlook
Mather Overlook
Snake Creek Road
Snake Creek Road
Wheeler Peak
Wheeler Peak
Wheeler Peak Glacier Trail
Wheeler Peak Glacier Trail

Great Basin National Park Wildlife Photography:

Great Basin National Park is filled with wildlife and biodiversity. If you like wildlife photography, you will love what this park has to offer!

A Wild Turkey in Great Basin
A Wild Turkey in Great Basin
Cute Chipmunks at Great Basin
Cute Chipmunks at Great Basin
Ermine Perched on Rock
Ermine Perched on Rock
Jackrabbit Inside Great Basin
Jackrabbit Inside Great Basin
Marmot in Mountains
Marmot in Mountains
Mule Deer Doe in Great Basin
Mule Deer Doe in Great Basin

Want to learn more about Great Basin National Park? Check out these maps, guides & books:

  • Great Basin National Park (National Geographic Trails Illustrated Map)
  • Exploring Great Basin National Park: Including Mount Moriah Wilderness
  • Basin and Range: A History of Great Basin National Park, Nevada (Classic Reprint)
  • Great Basin National Park: A Guide to the Park and Surrounding Area
  • The Great Basin for Kids

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Featured National Park Photographers:

  • C. Reed: Baker Lake
  • Vezzani Photography: Baker Creek, Lehman Caves, Snake Creek Road
  • NPS: Lexington Arch
  • NPS / B. Mills: Wheeler Peak Glacier Trail
  • Shutterstock / Arlene Waller: Alpine Loop Trail, Wheeler Park
  • Shutterstock / Castle Nature Art: A Wild Turkey in Great Basin, Jackrabbit Inside Great Basin, Mule Deer Doe in Great Basin
  • Shutterstock / Danita Delimont: Mather Overlook, Marmot in Mountains
  • Shutterstock / Kelly vanDellen: Ermine Perched on Rock
  • Shutterstock / Kit Leong: Cute Chipmunks at Great Basin
  • Shutterstock / Peter Silverman Photo: Johnson Lake
  • Shutterstock / Sandra Foyt: Bristlecone Pine Grove

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Dickey Ridge Overlook, Shenandoah National Park, Virginia | Photo Credit: NPS / Richard Hayden