Stella Lake — Attraction in Ely

A wonderful alpine lake located at the base of Wheeler Peak in Great Basin National Park. This lake is more shallow than the neighboring Teresa Lake (thus lacking in some of the beautiful teal water) but features Wheeler Peak as a wonderful backdrop.

The hike to get to Stella Lake is listed as moderate but quite doable as the terrain is easily traveled but not paved and about 450ft of elevation must be climbed. Be aware, however, this hike begins in the neighborhood of 10,000ft. The air is thinner so be prepared to take your time and breaks. One can continue to complete a loop to nearby Teresa Lake and/or the Bristlecone Grove to make a...

This is a gorgeous lake at the last stop (Wheeler Peak) of the Great Basin scenic drive. You hike to it starting at the alpine loop trailhead. You can hike there and back (2.1 miles) or just complete the alpine loop which is 3 miles . The Stella out and back hike is moderate with about 450 feet of elevation to get to the lake. Need good hiking shoes as...

Very serene and beautiful little glacier tarn. Walking takes about 30 minutes from the parking lot. But once you get there you get that...