Wheeler Peak - Great Basin National Park campground
Wheeler Peak - Great Basin National Park
Reservations are accepted for Wheeler Peak campground, and it is recommended to make them in advance, especially during peak season. The campground offers a total of 37 sites, with a mix of first-come, first-served sites and reservable sites. The best time to visit Wheeler Peak campground is during the summer months when the weather is milder and the high-elevation wildflowers are in bloom. However, be prepared for cool temperatures, even in the summer, as the campground sits at an elevation of around 10,000 feet.
Wheeler Peak campground serves as an excellent base for exploring the natural beauty of Great Basin National Park. The area is known for its stunning landscapes, including the iconic Wheeler Peak, which stands at an elevation of 13,065 feet. Hiking trails like the popular Bristlecone Trail and the challenging Wheeler Peak Summit Trail offer breathtaking views and opportunities to encounter ancient bristlecone pines, one of the oldest living organisms on Earth. Visitors should be cautious of the high elevation and take necessary precautions, such as drinking plenty of water and acclimatizing slowly to prevent altitude sickness.
What's on-site at Wheeler Peak - Great Basin National Park
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Wheeler Peak - Great Basin National Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeler Peak | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wheeler Peak Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Lehman - Great Basin National Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Upper Lehman Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lower Lehman Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Wheeler Peak - Great Basin National Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lehman Creek Near Baker | 4 cfs | → |
| Cleve C Nr Ely | 6 cfs | → |
| Steptoe C Nr Ely | 3 cfs | → |
| Water Canyon Cr Nr Preston Nv | 1 cfs | → |
| Preston Big Spring Nr Preston Nv | 7 cfs | → |
| Trout Creek Near Callao | 2 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Wheeler Peak - Great Basin National Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeler Peak | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Wheeler Peak | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| 14k07 - Silver Ck #2 | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Silver Creek Nv | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cave Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cave Mtn Nwr Wxl69 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Mount Moriah Wilderness
- Great Basin National Park
- High Schells Wilderness
- Highland Ridge Wilderness
- Cave Lake State Park
- Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Site
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Wheeler Peak - Great Basin National Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Wheeler Peak - Great Basin National Park
Can I make reservations at Wheeler Peak - Great Basin National Park?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Wheeler Peak - Great Basin National Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Wheeler Peak - Great Basin National Park.