96: Exploring Great Basin National Park: Best Tips + Activities
In this episode, we’re uncovering one of the most underrated gems in the entire national park system—Great Basin! Hardly anyone talks about this park, but we absolutely love this hidden oasis in the desert.
As the state’s only national park, Great Basin is an amazing example of the unique Nevada landscape. So today, we’re diving into why you should make this underrated park your next destination!
Here’s what we’ll cover:
The best place to stay when visiting Great Basin
Our go-to spots for dining in and around the park
The breathtaking sights that make this park so special
What to expect when navigating the park’s roads
The top trails and our favorite things to do
The fascinating history of Great Basin’s ancient trees
How to find the park’s glacier and what makes it so cool (literally!)
Everything you need to know about exploring Lehman Caves, including how to make reservations
Why the stargazing here is some of the best you’ll ever experience
Great Basin may not be on everyone’s radar, but it’s one of our favorite escapes when we crave peace and quiet. It truly feels like a sanctuary for solitude! We hope this episode inspires you to put it on your bucket list.
And don’t forget your task for the week! What is your favorite of the park’s three standout attractions—the caves, the Bristlecone Pine Forest, or the glacier? Head over to the Dirt in My Shoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know!
For a full summary of this episode, links to things we mentioned, and free resources/deals to get your trip planning started, check out the full show notes here.
As the state’s only national park, Great Basin is an amazing example of the unique Nevada landscape. So today, we’re diving into why you should make this underrated park your next destination!
Here’s what we’ll cover:
The best place to stay when visiting Great Basin
Our go-to spots for dining in and around the park
The breathtaking sights that make this park so special
What to expect when navigating the park’s roads
The top trails and our favorite things to do
The fascinating history of Great Basin’s ancient trees
How to find the park’s glacier and what makes it so cool (literally!)
Everything you need to know about exploring Lehman Caves, including how to make reservations
Why the stargazing here is some of the best you’ll ever experience
Great Basin may not be on everyone’s radar, but it’s one of our favorite escapes when we crave peace and quiet. It truly feels like a sanctuary for solitude! We hope this episode inspires you to put it on your bucket list.
And don’t forget your task for the week! What is your favorite of the park’s three standout attractions—the caves, the Bristlecone Pine Forest, or the glacier? Head over to the Dirt in My Shoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know!
For a full summary of this episode, links to things we mentioned, and free resources/deals to get your trip planning started, check out the full show notes here.