2018 Map of Wheeler Peak

About this map

Wheeler Peak and the surrounding high-altitude terrain of the Snake Range dominate this study of Nevada's interior wilderness. The geography is characterized by dramatic elevation changes, where alpine lakes like Baker Lake and Treasure Lake sit in glacial cirques beneath soaring summits. The map reveals a complex network of trails, including the Glacier Trail and Summit Trail, which provide access to the core of Great Basin National Park. Further south, the landscape transitions toward Mt Washington and Lincoln Peak, with steep drainage features like Lincoln Canyon and Box Canyon cutting through the limestone and quartzite. Evidence of the region's mineral history persists at Hub Mine Basin, while the western slopes are protected within the Humboldt National Forest, illustrating the overlap of various federal land management legacies.