Wheeler Peak (Nevada) - Wikipedia
Wheeler Peak is the tallest mountain in the Snake Range and in White Pine County, in Nevada, United States. The summit elevation of 13,065 feet (3,982 m) makes it the second-highest peak in Nevada, just behind Boundary Peak. [4]
Wheeler Peak Summit Trail [CLOSED], Nevada - AllTrails
Wheeler Peak Summit Trail [CLOSED] Hard • 4.8 (1,051) Great Basin National Park. Photos (2,103) Directions. Print/PDF map. Share. More. Length 8.5 miElevation gain 2,906 ftRoute type Out & back. Bummer, this trail is closed. We'll update this page if …
Hike to Wheeler Peak - U.S. National Park Service
Nov 22, 2023 · Total Distance: 8.6 miles / 14.0 kilometers. Elevation Gain: 3,100 feet / 945 meters. Difficulty: Strenuous. Time: 4 hours - 10 hours. Begin at: Summit Trailhead. Wheeler Peak stands as the second tallest point in Nevada, and the …
Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive - U.S. National Park Service
Jul 12, 2023 · Starting at the Park boundary on Nevada Highway 488, the Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive takes you on a paved 12 mile, out and back road to an elevation exceeding 10,000 feet above sea level, to the face of Wheeler Peak.
Wheeler Peak : Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering - SummitPost
Wheeler Peak is located in Great Basin National Park in eastern Nevada. Part of the South Snake Range, it is the second highest mountain in the state, less than 100 feet lower than Boundary Peak . The highest peak in New Mexico goes by the same name.
How to Hike to Wheeler Peak in Great Basin National Park (Map, …
May 25, 2023 · In this guide, we’ll go over everything you need to know to hike Wheeler Peak in Great Basin National Park in Nevada. You’ll learn what to expect on the trail, different route options, what to pack, and get all our best tips.
Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive Trails - U.S. National Park Service
Sep 4, 2024 · The magnificent Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive dominates many visits at Great Basin National Park. Twelve miles of mountain road leads to an elevation of 10,000 feet, trails to alpine lakes, a grove of the famed Ancient Bristlecone Pines, and the second highest point in Nevada.
Hiking Wheeler Peak and Bald Mountain in Great Basin National Park, Nevada
Sep 12, 2023 — Great Basin National Park sprawls across 77,000 acres in eastern Nevada, blending high desert expanse with ancient bristlecone pine forests. Wheeler Peak is the cloud-poking colossus at the highest point of the park, and while this park's remoteness does preclude higher visitation, the combination of incredible views and a well ...
Wheeler Peak Hike – Nevada’s 2nd Highest Summit
Oct 29, 2024 · The Wheeler Peak hike starts off gently from the Summit Trailhead, winding its way through twisted aspen trees and stands of limber pine and Engelmann spruce. Reach an intersection at 1.0 mile and follow the trail sign that points to Wheeler Peak.
Hike Wheeler Peak NV - HikingGuy.com
The hike to Wheeler Peak (NV) is tough, but it has its payoffs. On a clear day, you can see for 100 miles, and the scenery on the way to the summit is simply incredible. In this guide, I'll show you how to hike to Nevada's highest official hiking trail.