The crown jewel of the Great Basin National Park in White Pine County, Nevada, Wheeler Peak is a spectacular destination for thousands of visitors each year. At 13,063-feet, it is the second highest peak in Nevada. The Wheeler Peak Campground at approx. 10,000-feet is accessible by a narrow winding road and this view greets travelers as they make the last turn. The highest original resolution available is 2288x1634. Photo copyright Kristi Fillman - HighDesertWest.com.

The crown jewel of the Great Basin National Park in White Pine County, Nevada, Wheeler Peak is a spectacular destination for thousands of visitors each year. At 13,063-feet, it is the second highest peak in Nevada. The Wheeler Peak Campground at approx. 10,000-feet is accessible by a narrow winding road and this view greets travelers as they make the last turn. The highest original resolution available is 2288x1634. Photo copyright Kristi Fillman - HighDesertWest.com.