Are dogs allowed on Baker Lake-Johnson Lake Loop?

No, dogs are not permitted on Baker Lake-Johnson Lake Loop. This is typical in many national parks and wildlife refuges — check for a nearby dog-friendly alternative.

Do I need a permit to hike Baker Lake-Johnson Lake Loop?

No, Baker Lake-Johnson Lake Loop does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Baker Lake-Johnson Lake Loop?

Baker Lake-Johnson Lake Loop is rated expert. It is 12.9 miles long with 4,898 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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ExpertLoop

Great Basin National Park/Nevada

Baker Lake-Johnson Lake Loop

Baker, Nevada

12.9 mi

Distance

4,898 ft

Elev. Gain

6h 29m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

A loop hike can be done with the Baker Lake and Johnson Lake trails. The connecting section is a steep way over the ridge. The south faces of Wheeler Peak and Baker Peak can be seen from the ridgetop.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:2,441 ft

Max:3,618 ft

1,493 ft

Trail Details

No dogs
Kid-friendly

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by National Park Service

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Source of truth

National Park Service unit page
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Operator:775-234-7331
Address:Lehman Caves Visitor Center, Nevada 488 · Baker, NV · 89311

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting unit

NV Unit 115

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Nevada hunting page

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Baker Lake-Johnson Lake Loop

About This Trail

Trail Conditions

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Nearby Trails

South Fork Baker Creek and Timber Creek Loop

Johnson Lake via South Fork Baker Creek

Pole Canyon Trail

Lehman Cave

Lehman Caves Visitor Center and Mountain View Nature Trail

Johnson Lake via Snake Creek

Other trails in Great Basin National Park

Bristlecone Pine Glacier Trail

Wheeler Peak Trail via Stella Lake Trail

Lehman Cave

Bristlecone and Alpine Lakes Loop

Pole Canyon Trail

Wheeler Peak Trail via Alpine Lakes Trail

Campgrounds near this trail

Baker Creek Campground

Grey Cliffs Campground

Dump Station

Lower Lehman Creek Campground

Snake Creek Primitive Campgrounds

Eagle Peak Campsites

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