Upper Lehman Creek Campground - Great Basin National Park

Upper Lehman Creek Campground in Great Basin National Park, Nevada, is a beautifully developed campground. The upper loop is for tent campers only, while the lower loop can handle RVs and trailers up to 24 feet in length.

 

Upper Lehman Creek Campground - Great Basin National Park

The Upper Lehman Creek Campground is a great place to go camping.

I stayed here for a couple of nights to acclimate to the higher elevation before heading out on the Bristlecone/Rock Glacier hike.

It would also be great if you plan on hiking any of the high alpine trails, like the summit trail to the top of Wheeler Peak.

I'm sure glad I did; I still had to take breaks being from a low elevation!

The campground also has the Lehman Creek Trail trailhead at the back of the campground that goes all the way up to Wheeler Peak Campground.

Great Basin National Park Entrance Fee

Great Basin does not charge an entrance fee to get into the park!

If you are planning a National Park road trip/vacation, you may wish to purchase an America the Beautiful/National Park Pass which covers entrance fees for an entire year to all US National Park Sites and over 2,000 Federal Recreation Fee Sites.

The park pass covers everyone in the car for per-vehicle sites and up to 4 adults for per-person sites.

Buy on REI.com and REI will donate 10% of pass proceeds to the National Forest Foundation, National Park Foundation and the U.S. Endowment for Forestry & Communities.

Free Entrance Days  -Mark your calendars with the five free entrance days the National Park Service offers annually.

For a fun adventure, check out Escape Campervans. These campervans have built-in beds, kitchen area with refrigerators, and more. You can have them fully set up with kitchen supplies, bedding, and other fun extras. They are painted with epic designs you can't miss!

Escape Campervans has offices in Vancouver, Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Denver, Chicago, New York, and Orlando

Upper Lehman Creek Campground camping fees

Campsite Cost: $20

Senior/Access Camping Fee: $10

Payments accepted: No checks permitted

Campground Reservations 

Are Campground Reservations Available? Yes, Reservations can be made for nights during peak season (roughly between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day Weekend)

Phone Number? 1-877-444-6777

Online? Recreation.gov

How Far Ahead can you make a reservation? 

Sites are reservable from May 25th to September 30th. You can reserve up to 30 days in advance.

Make sure to print your camping reservation and bring it with you. Confirmation paper should be clipped to the post provided at your campsite.

Upper Lehman Creek Campground Map

Campground Information

Number of Sites: 23

Season: Typically open from June through October. This campground closes seasonally after the first snow of the year.

Location in the park: 3 miles up the Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive

Latitude/Longitude:

39° 0' 47.5128" N 114° 14' 55.8600" W

Elevation: 

7500 Feet

Accessible Sites: The campground has two ADA campsites (Site #2 and #18), and the Restrooms are ADA accessible.

 

Campground Amenities

Potable Water? Water is available seasonally

Dump Station: The dump station is located near the visitor center

Bear Boxes: No

Flush Toilets: No

Vault Toilets: Yes

Payphone: No

Laundry/Showers: No

Firewood: Fires may only be built in provided metal fire rings. Fires must be extinguished when not attended. Only dead wood on the ground may be collected for use as fuel for campfires within the park.

Is wifi available? No

Is Cellular Phone Service Available? Yes, We had service with Tmobile

Is camp host available on-site? Yes, depending on the season

Is firewood available for purchase? No

Amenities at each campsite:

Fire pit/ campfire rings available in the site? Yes

Picnic Table in the site? Yes

RV Camping at Lower Lehman Campground

Electrical Hookups: 0

RV Length: RV and Trailers are allowed on the Lower Loop. The RV and trailer maximum length on the Upper Loop is 24 feet.

Generators:  8 am and 8 pm

For a fun adventure, check out Escape Campervans. These campervans have built-in beds, kitchen areas with refrigerators, and more. You can have them fully set up with kitchen supplies, bedding, and other fun extras. They are painted with epic designs you can't miss!

Escape Campervans has offices in Vancouver, Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Denver, Chicago, New York, and Orlando.

How to get to Campground

On Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive, 3.5 miles from the Lehman Caves Visitor Center.

Campground Regulations

The maximum number of people in a campsite: 8

The number of cars per campsite: No more than two vehicles, three tents, one RV

Checkout time: 12 pm (noon)

Quiet Hours: Quiet hours, including generators, are from 8 pm to 8 am

The maximum continuous stay at any campsite is 14 days.

Pets Allowed: Pets must be kept on a leash (6 feet or less in length) and/or under physical control at all times. Pets are not allowed on trails. Leaving a pet unattended and tied to an object is prohibited.

This is an unstaffed campground. Bring your confirmation paperwork with you or be sure to have your confirmation uploaded onto your cell phone before you arrive (since many cellular providers will not work out here). You may need to be able to verify your reservation. Confirmation paper should be clipped to the post provided at your campsite.

Lodging near Great Basin National Park

There are no glamping tents, cabins, or National Park Lodges available at Great Basin National Park.

The majority of lodging for Great Basin NP is in Ely, Nevada, about an hour from the park.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ely  - We stayed in this hotel during our last visit to the park and it was great. Free continental breakfast, a free manager's reception, and a fireplace in the lobby. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room Wi-Fi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a 24-hour business center.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ely - Free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ely, an IHG Hotel. Treat yourself to some rest and relaxation at Steam Room, the onsite spa. In addition to a 24-hour business center and a steam room, guests can connect to free in-room Wi-Fi.

Hotel Nevada - We stayed in this historic casino hotel during one of our trips to the park. It is definitely a historic hotel.

Additional National Park Resources

Complete Guide to exploring Great Basin National Park - Guide with information about Great Basin National Park including activities, camping, hiking and more!

Top Things to Do in Great Basin NP -  List of the park's popular attractions and what not to miss!

Great Basin Camping Guide - Complete guide to camping at Great Basin National Park, including Grey Cliffs Campground, Lower Lehman Creek Campground, Wheeler Peak Campgrounds, Snake Creek Campground, and Baker Creek Campground.

Great Basin Star Train Nevada - See the stars with a Great Basin Park Ranger.

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Additional Photos of Upper Lehman Creek Campground 

 

 

 

Campsite 18 Upper Lehman Creek Campground