About
Length0.3 mi
ShapeLoop
DifficultyEasy
Elevation gain80 ft up
Typical time15 min
TrailheadLehman Caves Visitor Center
SurfaceDirt path with some steps
Best seasonJuly to September for the high trails; the Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive is closed by snow roughly November to June.
DogsLeashed / limited stretches
AccessibilityThis trail is not wheelchair accessible, though is well suited for those who are only able to comfortably walk short distances.
What you'll see ⛰️ Summit🌄 Big views🌼 Wildflowers🏛️ Historic site

Trail Overview Total Distance: 0.3 miles / 0.5 kilometers Starting elevation: 6,825 feet / 2,080 meters Elevation Gain: 80 feet / 24 meters Difficulty: Easy Time: 5 minutes - 30 minutes Begin at : Lehman Caves Visitor Center/Rhodes Cabin This leisurely walk in the pinyon-juniper communities surrounding the Lehman Caves Visitor Center begins at the Rhodes Cabin and takes visitors by a number of stops relating to the past, present, and future of Lehman Caves and Great Basin National Park. You may pick up a guide to the trail at the Lehman Caves Visitor Center front desk, or access a digital trail guide through the NPS App . This hike starts to the right of the main entrance to the Lehman Caves Visitor Center, behind the Rhodes Cabin. The trail concludes by the exit to Lehman Caves, with an optional stop at the historic orchard. No pets permitted on park trails. Trained service animals allowed. Learn more about service animal regulations at this link. Water Potable water is available year round at the Lehman Caves Visitor Center. In summer, the bottle fill station on the north side of the building, a large spigot near the bottle fill station, a water fountain on the east side by the entrance of the visitor center, the Great Basin Cafe, the nearby Picnic Area, and the dump station all have free potable water. In winter, only the spigot on the north side of the Lehman Caves Visitor Center is available. Restrooms The nearest restrooms are restrooms with running water and flush toilets near the front entrance of the Lehman Caves Visitor Center. These are open 24/7, year round.

Tips
Exactly the right length while you wait for a cave tour. Passes Absalom Lehman's original 1885 cave entrance.
Location

Lehman Caves Visitor Center

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