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Great Basin National Park
Things To Know Before You Come
 

Great Basin National Park provides a wonderful escape from civilization, but enjoying the solitude requires some advance planning for those used to modern conveniences.  Please be aware that:

  • Drowsy driving is a common cause of accidents on long stretches of open road.  Be sure to start long trips rested and take breaks when feeling tired.
  • Cell phones usually do not work in and around Great Basin.  

  • There is no public internet access in Baker or the park.

  • Gas stations and grocery stores are few and far between.  It is not unusual to travel 100 miles between services in western Utah and eastern Nevada.  Keep the gas tank full and stock up on supplies before arriving at Great Basin National Park.
     
  • On summer weekends and holidays, lodging facilities in Baker may be full.  Please call ahead or consider making reservations. 
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No water in the Great Basin Desert ever reaches an ocean.  

Did You Know?
The Hydrographic Great Basin is a 200,000 square mile area that drains internally. All precipitation in this region evaporates, sinks underground, or flows into lakes. No water reaches the ocean.

Last Updated: August 24, 2006 at 18:14 EST