Getting There
Getting to Great Basin National Park
Going to the park will take some driving. There are two airports within driving distance, but you’ll still need to drive a few hours to get to the park.
By Air
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Salt Lake City International Airport is about four hours north of the park and is serviced by several every domestic and international airlines.
McCarran International Airport (LAS)
McCarran International Airport is about four and a half hours from the park. It is serviced by most domestic and international carriers.
- AeroMexico
- Alaska Airlines
- Allegiant
By Car
From the east or west: From U.S. Highway 6 & 50, turn south on Nevada State Highway 487 and travel five miles to Baker, NV. In Baker, turn west on Highway 488 and travel five miles to reach the park.
From the south (Utah): Travel north on Utah State Highway 21 through Milford, UT and Garrison, UT, which will become Nevada State Highway 487 as you cross the border. Turn west on Highway 488 in Baker and travel five miles to reach the park.
Keep in mind, you will be crossing into the Pacific Time zone when you cross the Nevada border.
From the south (Nevada): Travel north on U.S. Highway 93 (Great Basin Highway). At the junction of U.S. Highway 6 & 50, drive east to Nevada State Highway 487 and turn south. Travel five miles to Baker, NV. In Baker, turn west on Highway 488 and travel five miles to reach the park.
Getting Around
The best way to get around the park is by car. For more information about guided tours, visit our TOURS PAGE.
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