Death Valley «ORIGINAL — 2024»

Visitors should always carry ample water (at least 4 liters per person daily), avoid reliance on cell service (which is nearly non-existent), and stay on paved roads unless they are prepared for backcountry conditions. Expand map Valley Floor Highlights Diverse Landscapes If you are planning a trip, let me know: What time of year you intend to visit? Whether you prefer hiking or scenic drives ? If you're interested in camping or staying in a resort ?

Badwater Basin sits at 282 feet (86 meters) below sea level , the lowest elevation in North America.

The park’s surreal terrain offers numerous iconic sites for visitors: Death Valley

The valley is the ancestral home of the tribe, who have inhabited the region for centuries. Its modern name originated during the 1849 Gold Rush when a group of pioneers became lost in the basin; despite the name, only one member of their party actually perished. Later, the area became a hub for mining borax , famously transported by the "Twenty Mule Teams". Planning a Visit

Vast, geometric salt flats that create a shimmering, white landscape. Visitors should always carry ample water (at least

A scenic loop through hills tinted with vibrant pinks, greens, and purples due to oxidized volcanic minerals.

Death Valley is a designated Gold Tier International Dark Sky Park , offering some of the best stargazing in the country due to its extreme darkness and lack of light pollution. If you're interested in camping or staying in a resort

An overlook famous for its views of golden, undulating badlands.