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Camping:
All park camping at Great Basin is on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations can be made (except for the Grey Cliffs Group Campground) and campsites are limited to 8 people and 2 vehicles per site.
The Baker Creek Campground (elevation of 7,700 feet) includes 32 campsites, two of which are wheelchair accessible, and pit toilets. It is open from mid-May through mid-October and is located three miles from the Visitor Center on a gravel road. Water is available in the summer only.
The Grey Cliffs Campground (elevation of 7,115 feet) is a group campsite that is open from May through November, weather permitting. A campfire is allowed in one campfire ring only. The campsite has pit toilets and no potable water.
The Lower Lehman Creek Campground (elevation of 7,300 feet) includes 11 campsites, pit toilets, and a limited number of pull-through sites for small RV's and trailers. It is 2.5 miles from Visitor Center off the paved scenic drive. The campground is open all year, but water available in the summer only.The Upper Lehman Campground (elevation of 7,800 feet) is situated three miles from the Visitors Center off the Scenic Drive. It features 24 campsites, pit toilets, and a wheelchair accessible site. The campground is open from mid-May through October, but water is available in the summer only.
The Wheeler Peak Campground (elevation of 9,950 feet) is located at the end of the scenic drive, just over 12 miles from the Visitors Center. It contains 37 sites (one wheelchair accessible), and pit toilets. The road to the campground is narrow and curvy and climbs an 8% grade for 12 miles. RV's and trailers are not recommended. The campground is open from June through September and water is available during the summer only.
Primitive Campgrounds
Primitive camping facilities within the park are open on a year-round basis and are located along Snake Creek and Strawberry Creek roads. Picnic tables and fire pits are provided at most sites. A few Snake Creek sites have toilets. Creek water should be treated before use. Drinking water is available at the dump station near the visitor center from late spring through early fall. In winter, water is available at the visitor center. Camping is on a first come, first served basis.