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Upper Lehman Creek Campground welcomes pets throughout its 24 sites nestled among trees in Great Basin National Park. This established campground offers paved parking pads, picnic tables, and metal fire rings, making it comfortable for campers with dogs. Pet owners can access the campsite's amenities while keeping their animals on leash. Grey Cliffs Campground provides another pet-friendly option within the park, though as a tent-only area, RVs and trailers are not permitted. Both campgrounds maintain clean facilities with vault toilets and trash service. Sacramento Pass Recreation Area and Whispering Elms Campground & RV Park round out the pet-friendly options near the park. Dogs are permitted at all campgrounds but are restricted from most hiking trails within Great Basin National Park itself.
Camping with pets requires proper planning when visiting this remote area. Limited veterinary services exist in this isolated region, so bringing pet supplies and medications is essential. Sites at Upper Lehman Creek Campground sit close to a flowing stream, which provides soothing background sounds but may attract wildlife that could interest curious pets. The campground's spacious and private sites allow room for dogs to remain comfortably on leash without bothering neighboring campers. Gravel Pit BLM dispersed camping area offers a free alternative for those with pets who prefer more primitive accommodations. When visiting with pets, secure food properly as small rodents are common in the area. Morning wildlife sightings of mule deer and wild turkeys are frequent at Upper Lehman, providing natural entertainment for both campers and their leashed pets.
"This campsite is located within Great Basin National Park."
"After arriving at Great Basin National Park a little before noon on Friday, I had a handful of nice sites to choose from, a rarity in the national park system these days."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Great basin National Park is super underrated. You don't feel like your in a national park because there are hardly any tourist which is amazing."
"Lower Lehman Creek campground is a please small campground in Great Basin National Park. Campground has 11 sites, all within the trees with the exception of site 11. "
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Reservations required at this CG located at the end of the Wheeler Peak Road. It's located in conifer forest, beautiful setting. Some of the sites have views of the ridges but many don't."
"We went online and found wheeler peak in the great basin national park. We loved every second we spent there!"
from $20 / night
Check Availability"The highlight is that it is located across from the entrance to Great Basin National Park. What a location! Probably depending on where your spot is but there may not be any WiFi."
"However, everything worked fine, it’s well priced, and very close to the Great Basin National Park. if you look at your site as simply the base camp for your adventures, this will be fine."
"Although it is not immediately evident at the entrance, there are two camping areas here. One circle of 8 or 9(?)"
"Not a bad location, clean bathroom! Definitely a very busy site. All spots were taken on a Wednesday night in May. Super loud ATVs driving pass me at night."
"Right above great basin national park. Very clean also. Stayed here on a Tuesday & there were only 2 other people."
"Trails everywhere. Views amazing! It snowed in May- be ready!"
"If you stay near Great Basin National Park make sure to check out the Lehman Caves. Also, the people at the Lehman caves gift shop & cafe are super nice & awesome people."
"2022
Cost: $10 (Half-off with America The Beautiful Pass)
Site: A6
Vehicle: GMC Terrain
Equipment: Tent
AT&T and T-Mobile: Poor and spotty service
This was a great little campground close to"
from $20 - $30 / night
Check Availability"It is the fourth campsite area along Great Basin National Park's Snake Creek Road. Campground is clearly marked and is on the south side of the road."
"FREE Site: Squirrel Springs Campsites (First past bathroom)
Vehicle: GMC Terrain
Equipment: Tent
AT&T and T-Mobile: Slow but useable
The Squirrel Springs Campsites are about 9 miles from Highway"
"This spot is only a few miles from Great Basin National Park, it's in one of the most empty parts of the country, it's secluded, beautiful, and I get good cell service here."
"There is no shoulder on the highway, so you can't really pull over to check road or flood conditions before pulling into the pit."
"This spot is not for the fussy, but is truly spectacular with funky great vibes in Baker centered around the Bristlecone General Store, a short walk away. The Great Basin National Park is close."
"Nice little campground to stay at while visiting Great Basin National Park or passing through. Has five RV full hookup sites with five additional dry camping sites."
from $56 / night
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TravelerFlat parking, pit toilet, fire ring, grill, picnic tables, large and flat tent sites. Site is on the road but nobody passed by during my end of October visit. Rate free camping inside the National Park.
RangerThe only campground in Great Basin that is open year round. We stayed in site 18, on the lower loop - recently redone sites and clean pit toilets. The lower loop has good spacing and most sites are flat- but not much cover from the sun. The upper loop has more cover but many of the sites are on a slope. There is hiking from the campground, and a short drive to the Lehman Caves visitor Center and other hikes. It had snowed a day before we arrived, and road to the summit was closed near the top. Quiet and peaceful - it was a new moon and we had phenomenal dark skies.
GuideBeautiful campground. Pinion pine and juniper. Nice trails. Each site has a picnic table on a cement pad with a metal shelter over it. Some sites are not quite level but nothing too extreme. Well maintained.
GuideThis state park is a gem and the rock formations are absolutely gorgeous! Only one other camper in the campground, free push showers (the pushing is kind of annoying but I'm not complaining because they were free), flush toilets, potable water, and trash disposal. Each site has a fire ring, charcoal grill and a picnic table. We were bummed that we couldn't have a campfire because all NV parks are under fire restrictions right now. Clear night for stargazing 🌌 Definitely plan to come back here to hike the hikes!!
TravelerSo glad we took the detour on our road trip. Gray Cliffs was perfect for stargazing, with very little light pollution. Campsite#2 had unobstructed views of the sky, and we saw the Milky Way and even a few shooting stars. I took this photo with my iPhone 14 Pro’s Night mode, using a tripod and remote. The outhouse was close to our campsite and fully stocked. Each camosite has a picnic bench and fire ring.Cell phone reception was limited in the area.
ScoutNo facilities or anything on site, just a large gravel pit and lot on the far side. Shaded by the mountains to the West so it is significantly cooler than in the open sun even before the sunset. No direpits or anything so be totally self sufficient
TravelerA basic full hook up campsite. Gravel lot, level spots. Super clean bathrooms, showers with hot water. Laundry $3, wash and dry. Showers included with $56 daily fee, though available to non campers for$5. The attendant is not on site but responds to messages quickly through Hipcamp.
Baker is tiny, get supplied before you get here, no grocery store, one small cafe. Gas brutality expensive. Park is beautiful, cave tour awesome.
TravelerIt's a small campsite, about 15 spots. Spaces are nice and plenty of room to move around. Campground is SUPER clean, thank you Tom! Had 5G from t mobile. Not to far of a drive to Ely!
TravelerThe sites are mostly big rig friendly. The booking window of 4 days was interesting. best sites 9,5,7,16,4,11,3. We picked 4 because of the creek, and it was good, but just a wide side of the road rather than a private site.
Great Basin National Park sits at high elevations ranging from 6,200 feet at the visitor center to over 13,000 feet at Wheeler Peak. The area experiences dramatic temperature changes with summer days reaching the 80s while nights drop into the 40s even in July. Most pet-friendly camping options near the park operate seasonally between May and October due to harsh winter conditions at these elevations.
Stargazing at higher elevations: Wheeler Peak Campground at nearly 10,000 feet provides exceptional night sky viewing. "The stars are amazing at night time! And another highlight...there are barely any people here! It is a quiet place with no crowds," notes Kelly R. about Upper Lehman Creek Campground.
Hiking with pets on permitted trails: While dogs are restricted from most trails within the park, the Sacramento Pass Recreation Area offers pet-friendly hiking options. "Hiked the Sac Pass trail and Lucky Boy trail right outside our camping spot," reports Kailey C. about Sacramento Pass Recreation Area.
Cave tours at Lehman Caves: Reserve tickets well in advance as these often sell out. "Make sure to check out Lehman cave... Lehman cave was awesome and well worth the hike," recommends Cj C. about Lower Lehman Campground. Tours run year-round and require advance reservations.
High-elevation camping experience: Wheeler Peak offers tent camping at approximately 10,000 feet. "Quietest campground I've ever been... Only one downfall is that a lot sites are not level but don't let that detour you," shares Heather F. about Wheeler Peak Campground.
Creekside sites for natural cooling: Many campers appreciate the natural air conditioning provided by creek proximity. "Sites are situated near the creek and no matter which one you're at the bathroom is just a short walk away," explains Yvonne T. about Upper Lehman Creek Campground.
Pet-friendly dispersed options: Free alternatives exist for those seeking more primitive accommodations with pets. "Very clean dispersed camping. There are many different sites. Even has restrooms. The best sites are further back in the forest don't stop at the main section just off the road," advises Matt G. about Sacramento Pass BLM Campground.
Limited cell service: Come prepared with offline maps and information. "No cell, no internet, no nothing, no gas for miles," warns LoneCamper C. about Squirrel Springs Campsites.
High elevation effects: Altitude sickness can affect humans and pets alike. "High elevation can be a problem but worth it if you can handle it," notes Patricia N. about Upper Lehman Creek Campground.
Early arrival recommended: Campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "Got there in mid afternoon and got one of the last remaining sites," reports Pat S. about Wheeler Peak Campground.
Water availability varies: "The water faucets weren't working, but since we were just there for one night, this was fine for us," explains Sarah L. about Lower Lehman Campground.
Lower elevation options: For families with young children or those sensitive to altitude, consider lower elevation sites. "Lower Lehman Campground was pretty primitive and nothing special but was beautiful at night. We saw more stars than I've ever seen before," writes Cj C.
Weather preparedness: Pack for significant temperature swings. "We stayed here for a couple of nights and had the campgrounds to ourselves for the most part. Our site had the creek running right behind it and although it was partially frozen over the sound of the running water was so peaceful," shares Maria D. about Whispering Elms Motel, Campground, & RV Park.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Morning wildlife encounters are common and exciting for children. "Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. There is trash cans and dumpsters available. The sites were fairly spaced out and most afforded a bit of privacy," notes Pat S. about Wheeler Peak.
Size restrictions apply: Many campgrounds have limited space for larger rigs. "Most of parking pads are not very level (to help with snow melt) in the upper campground, so it made it quite challenging to level our little camper," warns Shari G. about Upper Lehman Creek.
Off-park alternatives: When the national park campgrounds are full, try nearby options. "Very convenient for visiting Great Basin NP. Only option that had full hookups and allowed reservations (essential as we had our dog with us and wanted to be able to run AC, no dogs allowed on most of the trials in the NP)," explains LH about Whispering Elms.
Road conditions: Access to some campgrounds requires careful driving. "The spots are large enough, lot of dust as there is no grass, just gravel. The highlight is that it is located across from the entrance to Great Basin National Park. What a location!" notes Theo A. about accommodations for pet-friendly camping near Great Basin National Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find pet-friendly camping areas in Great Basin National Park?
All developed campgrounds within Great Basin National Park allow pets, making it easy to camp with your furry companion. Wheeler Peak Campground — Great Basin National Park offers a quiet, pet-friendly setting at higher elevations with cooler temperatures. For those seeking alternatives near the park, Whispering Elms Motel, Campground, & RV Park is conveniently located across from the park entrance and welcomes pets. For a free option, Sacramento Pass BLM Campground just above the park offers established sites with covered picnic tables where pets are allowed.
Are dogs allowed in Great Basin National Park?
Yes, dogs are allowed in Great Basin National Park but with specific restrictions. They must be leashed (maximum 6-foot leash) at all times and are permitted in developed areas including campgrounds, picnic areas, parking lots, and paved roads. Dogs are not allowed in park buildings, visitor centers, or on hiking trails except for the paved Lehman Creek Trail. Lower Lehman Campground — Great Basin National Park and Grey Cliffs Campground — Great Basin National Park both welcome pets in designated areas, but owners must clean up after their animals and never leave them unattended.
What pet restrictions apply to hiking trails in Great Basin National Park?
Dogs and other pets are prohibited on most hiking trails within Great Basin National Park. The only exception is the paved Lehman Creek Trail, where leashed pets are permitted. This restriction helps protect wildlife, prevent the spread of diseases, and preserve the natural environment. If you're staying at Upper Lehman Creek Campground — Great Basin National Park, you'll have easy access to the pet-friendly paved trail. For those seeking additional hiking opportunities with dogs, consider exploring areas outside the park boundaries. Ely KOA provides a convenient base camp with pet-friendly amenities while you explore Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands where dogs are generally permitted on trails.
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