Wide valleys of sagebrush covered plains land interspersed with narrow pine covered mountain ranges. The pattern repeats itself all across this section of the country.  Great Basin National Park is a parcel that contains a bit of both and is considered a desert mountain island with the tallest peak, Wheeler Peak, over 13,000 feet tall.  We got a good look at the mountain peaks from Mather Point on the scenic drive but snow still closes portions of the park above about 9000 feet.  We will explore more tomorrow.

Home while we explore is Lower Lehman Creek campground at about 7300 feet. We hear wild turkeys gobbling.