Wheeler Peak Summit Trail
Wheeler Peak Summit Trail is a 8.6-mile out-and-back foot trail in Great Basin National Park, Nevada. It climbs 3,100 ft to a high point of 13,036 ft. Difficulty: strenuous, rated by the National Park Service.
- 4.3 mione way
- 8.6 miround trip
- 3,100 ftelevation gain
- 13,036 fthigh point
- Strenuousdifficulty
From the National Park Service
Hike to Wheeler Peak · rated “Strenuous”
Trail Overview Total Distance: 8.6 miles / 14.0 kilometers Starting elevation: 10,160 feet / 3,097 meters Elevation Gain: 3,100 feet / 945 meters Difficulty: Strenuous Time: 4 hours - 10 hours Begin at : Summit Trailhead
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