Wheeler Peak Campground

Baker, Nevada

About

Wheeler Peak Campground is a high-elevation alpine camping experience located within Great Basin National Park at nearly 10,000 feet. Nestled beneath the dramatic cliffs of Wheeler Peak and Doso Doyabi, Nevada's alpine monarchs, the campground offers stunning mountain views and a pristine natural setting surrounded by Engelman spruce forests, alpine meadows, and cascading streams. The campground serves as an ideal base for exploring some of the park's most popular hiking trails, including the Bristlecone Trail and Alpine Lakes Loop Trail, which begin just outside the entrance. Visitors can also access the fully accessible Sky Island Nature Trail or venture to nearby attractions like Lehman Caves, located just 30 minutes away. The remote location provides exceptional stargazing opportunities and peaceful soundscapes, though visitors should be aware that the campground is subject to closure due to winter weather conditions as early as September and is only open from late June through Labor Day weekend.

Amenities

Available Site Types

• Tent Sites

Local Attractions

• Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive
• Bristlecone Trail
• Alpine Lakes Loop Trail
• Sky Island Nature Trail
• Lehman Caves
• Mather Overlook
• Baker Lake
• Johnson Lake
• Snake Creek Road
• Baker Creek Road