Great Basin National Park

Great Basin National Park is located in White Pine County, in the state of Nevada, United States. The park is notable for its groves of ancient bristlecone pines (Pinus longaeva) and for the Lehman Caves, the 3,982 m (13,063 ft) Wheeler Peak, as well as Wheeler Peak Glacier.

Park Purpose

As stated in the foundation document:

Great Basin National Park preserves an outstanding segment of the Great Basin, including old-growth bristlecone pines, rich biodiversity, Lehman Caves and other distinctive geologic features, expansive scenic views, and 13,000 years of human history for the inspiration, enjoyment, and scientific understanding of current and future generations.