The Top 10 Attractions in the Snake Mountains
There are plenty of places to see and visit in the Snake Mountains. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Snake Mountains is a region where 10
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 26, 2025
Johnson Lake Trail Campsite
Highlight • Rest Area
Perfect starting point to Johnson Lake and other alpine lakes in the Great Basin area. This is a primitive campsite with 1 site, but beautifully secluded at a creek. There …
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Bristlecone Interpretive Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
A trail through a grove with informational signs about the surrounding Bristlecone Pines, which are some of the oldest trees in the world.
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Wheeler Peak
Highlight • Summit
At 13,063 feet, Wheeler Peak is the second-highest summit in the state of Nevada. The best time for summiting is from Mid-June through September, depending on snowlevel.
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Wheeler Peak
Highlight (Segment) • Summit
Wheeler Peak is nestled within Great Basin National Park, a vast and remote wilderness that spans 77,180 acres in eastern Nevada. The park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering …
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Dead Lake
Highlight • Lake
Dead Lake is located at about 2,950 meters altitude, is beautifully clear and lit turquoise from the trail. The fastest way to reach it is via the Dead Lake Trail.
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Johnson Lake
Highlight • Lake
Johnson Lake is about 11,000 feet (3,300 m) above sea level. A beautiful alpine lake if you don't hike there in the snow record year.
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Johnson Mill Historic Site
Highlight • Historical Site
The mill mainly processed tungsten ore. Some relics of the time can also be found around the building.
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Gray Cliffs
Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument
Nearby these magnificent grey cliffs, you will find the Grey Cliffs Campground. It is a simple place with a great location. The only facilities available are toilets.
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Wheeler Peak Glacier Viewpoint
Highlight • Viewpoint
Wheeler Peak Glacier is a relatively small alpine glacier at the base of Wheeler Peak. It is the only glacier in the state of Nevada.
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Lehman Creek (Alpine Lake Loop)
Highlight • River
Lehman Creek, which is sourced from the melting of the Wheeler Peak Glacier, runs through portions of the park. Wheeler Peak Glacier is the only glacier in Nevada.
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