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Death Valley Visitor Guide 1
Welcome to Your Death Valley Summer AdventureDeath Valley is the hottest place on Earth, with a recorded temperature of 134° F (57°C) on July 10, 1913. Recently, 2017 and 2018 claimed the hottest average temperatures in Death Valley history! Exploring safely in the summer means being inside or going up in elevation. Whether checking out the visitor center exhibits or movie, auto touring with the A/C on, or getting to the higher elevations of the park, the summer is all about staying cool and safe.
Death Valley National Park SummerVisitor Guide
What’s Inside?
What To See ............................ 2
Safety & Rules ....................... 3
(Deutsch, Français, Italiano)
Park Map ..........................4 & 5
Support Your Park ................... 6
Night Sky & Hiking ................. 7
Visitor Services ....................... 8
Furnace Creek Visitor Center
Get out of the heat and enjoy the A/C while you explore exhibits, watch the 20 minute park film,
speak with park rangers, shop at the bookstore, or grab a snack.
Become a Junior RangerStop by the Furnace Creek
Visitor Center to get a junior ranger booklet. Complete the indoor
activities and earn a junior ranger badge!
Higher Elevations/Mountains
Explore the mountains of Death Valley — the Panamint Range can be accessed via a paved road and
visitors will find much cooler temperatures.
Enjoy an Auto TourSometimes the vast landscapes are best viewed from a distance, and in
the summer, from the A/C! Explore Death Valley via paved roads in the summer to stay safe
and enjoy the beauty. Places to see are listed on
page 3 of this guide.
Death Valley Invasive BurrosBurros are an introduced species to Death Valley, whose numbers rise exponentially without management.
They are invasiveThey are not naturally supposed to be here. The invasive burros you see today are the descendents of animals introduced into the environment by humans over the last 150 years.
They destroy water sources for other animalsThey stomp around and make a mess of fragile spring habitats. They also don’t let other animals get near the springs. They over browse sensitive plant species, some of which only exist in these small habitats.
Do not approach them or exit your vehicleIt can be dangerous, as they can be mean and aggressive, especially when defending young.
Watch for them near and in the roadwaysThey stand in the roads and won’t budge. Proceed carefully around them without exiting your vehicle.
Do not leave unsecured food in your campsiteWhen camping at Wildrose Campground, Saline Valley Campground or some places in the backcountry, burros are present. They can destroy your tent or vehicle to access food and make a mess. Please do NOT feed them.
Feral burro damage to a sensitive spring habitat. Water is rare in the desert and these
spring sources are vital to native animals survival.
(NPS/Sloan)Feral Burros in the road (NPS/Hoerner)
Auto touring on Artists Drive (NPS/Hoerner)
Planning a Summer Visit
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Looking for the must-see spots? Check out the options below and the map on PAGE 4 for location information for these popular places
(Photos/NPS/Weston Kessler)
Things To See
1 - 2 Hours — The do-not-miss list for a visit to Death Valley!
Extra few hours — Stop at one of these unique spots!
Half Day Adventures — Add these longer adventures to see different parts of the park!
Scotty’s Cast le is CLOSED due to f lood damage — REOPENING 2020
Place Name Description Walking
Required?Travel from
Furnace Creek
Badwater Basin
The lowest point in North America, at 282 ft (86 m) below sea level, a surreal
landscape of vast salt flats. • Sunset spot
You can see the salt flat from your vehicle.
A short walk takes you onto the salt flats.
17 mi (27 km) south on Badwater Road
30 minutes one way
Artists Drive
A scenic loop drive through multi-hued hills. The 9 mile (14.5 km) drive is one-way; open to vehicles less than
25 ft (7.6 m) in total length. • Sunset spot
Enjoy the views from your vehicle. A short stop at Artists Palette requires exiting your
vehicle.
Entrance to the one way road is
8.5 mi (13.7 km) south on Badwater Road
15 minutes one way to entrance
Zabriskie Point
Golden colored badlands and a spectacular spot for
sunrise. • Sunset & Sunrise spot
A 1/4 mi (400 m) distance, 60 ft (18 m) elevation gain walk
up a paved path to the viewpoint from the
parking area.
4.8 mi (7.7 km) east on Highway 190
15 minutes one way
Place Name Description Walking
Required?Travel from
Furnace Creek
Ubehebe Crater
Hundreds of years ago, a massive volcanic explosion caused by magma mixing
with an underground spring left a 600 ft (183 m)
deep crater.
The view is a short 100 ft (30 m) walk from your vehicle.
17.1 mi (27.5 km) west on Highway 190;
33.4 mi (53.8 km) on North Highway to
Ubehebe Crater Road1.5 hours one way
Charcoal Kilns
These ten beehive-shaped structures are among the
best preserved in the west. Built in 1876 to provide fuel
to process silver/lead ore.
The kilns can be viewed from your
vehicle.
33.6 mi (54 km) west on Highway 190;
28.2 mi (45.4 km) on Emigrant Canyon Road
2 mi (3 km) are gravel
1.5 hours one way
Father Crowley
Vista Point
A landscape of dark lava flows and volcanic cinders gives way to colorful layers
of Rainbow Canyon. Possible viewing of military
training flights.
A view into Rainbow Canyon is a short walk from your
vehicle.
62.8 mi (101 km) west on Highway 190
1.5 hours one way
Place Name Description Walking
Required?Travel from
Furnace Creek
Mesquite Flat Sand
Dunes
Tawny dunes smoothly rise nearly 100 ft (30 m) from
Mesquite Flat. • Sunset & Sunrise spot
The dunes can be viewed from your vehicle.
22.4 mi (36 km) west on Highway 190
30 minutes one way
Dantes View
Breathtaking viewpoint over 5,000 ft (1,500 m) above
Death Valley. It was updated in spring 2018 — check out
the new exhibits! • Sunset spot
No walking required. ADA accessible
viewing platform.
12 mi (19 km) east on Highway 190; 13.2 mi
(21 km) on Dantes View Road
1 hour one way
Keane Wonder
Mine
Historic gold mine with an intact aerial tramway. Please do not climb on
structures or enter mines. Road can be very rough and
requires 4x4.
A 1/4 mi (400 m) distance, 85 ft (25 m) elevation gain walk
from the parking area to the lowest tram
terminal.
10.6 mi (17 km) west on Highway 190;
5.6 mi (9 km) on Beatty Cutoff Road to the
unpaved, rough road
35 minutes one way
Death Valley Visitor Guide 3
Safety & Park RulesENGLISH
Safety y Water: Drink at least one gallon (4
liters) of water per day. Carry plenty of extra drinking water in your car.
y Heat and dehydration: If you feel dizzy, nauseous or have a headache, get out of the sun immediately and drink plenty of water. Dampen your clothing to lower body temperature. Heat and dehydration can kill.
y Summer driving: Stay on paved roads in the summer. If your car breaks down, stay with it until help comes. Be prepared; carry plenty of extra water.
y Stay alert and slow down: The most common cause of death in the park is single car vehicle accidents. A moment of inattention can send you, your car, and your loved ones flipping into the rocky desert.
y Do not rely on technology! Your cell phone will not work in most of the park. GPS devices frequently tell Death Valley visitors to turn off well-traveled roads, and take “shortcuts” over the desert and into canyons. Common sense and good judgment are far more reliable.
y Hiking: DO NOT hike in the low elevations when temperatures are hot. The mountains are cooler in summer.
y Flash floods: Avoid canyons during rain storms and be prepared to move to higher ground. While driving, be alert for water running in washes and across road dips.
y Dangerous animals: Never place your hands or feet where you cannot see. Rattlesnakes, scorpions or black widow spiders may be sheltered there.
y Do not enter mine tunnels or shafts. Mines may be unstable, have hidden shafts, pockets of bad air and poisonous gas.
Rules y Entrance fees apply to all
visitors! Please see page 4 for the exact amount you should pay.
y Pets and bicycles are not allowed on trails or in wilderness which covers over 90% of the park.
y Do not feed birds or animals. This is for your safety and the health of wildlife. Plus, it is against the law!
y Driving off roads is prohibited. Stay on established roads.
y Do not take anything! Leave rocks, plants and historic objects where you find them for everyone to enjoy.
DEUTSCH
Sicherheit y Wasser: Trinken Sie mindestens vier
Liter Wasser pro Tag. Führen Sie immer noch zusätzliches Trinkwasser im Auto mit sich.
y Hitze & Flüssigkeitsverlust: Wenn Sie sich schwindelig fühlen, Ihnen übel ist oder Sie Kopfschmerzen bekommen, gehen Sie sofort aus der Sonne und trinken Sie reichlich Wasser. Feuchten Sie Ihre Kleidung an, um Ihre Körper-temperatur zu senken. Hitze und Flüs-sigkeitsverlust können tödlich sein.
y Fahren im Sommer: Bleiben Sie auf befestigten Straßen. Wenn Ihr Auto liegenbleibt, bleiben Sie vor Ort und warten Sie, bis Hilfe kommt. Seien Sie vorbereitet: nehmen Sie immer reichlich Wasser in Ihrem Auto mit.
y Bleiben Sie wachsam und fahren Sie langsam: Die hauptsächliche Todesursache im Death Valley ist ein einfacher Autounfall. Ein Moment der Unachtsamkeit kann Sie, Ihr Auto und Ihre Lieben dazu verdammen, in der steinigen Wüste zu enden.
y Verlassen Sie sich nicht auf die Technik! Ihr Handy wird im größten Teil des Parks nicht funktionieren. GPS Geräte weisen Besucher des Death Valleys häufig an, die viel befahrenen Straßen zu verlassen und “Abkürzun-gen” durch die Wüste und die Canyons zu nehmen. Gesunder Menschenver-stand, eine Karte des Death Valley und ein gutes Urteilungsvermögen sind sehr viel sicherer.
y Wandern: Wandern Sie im Sommer NICHT in den tieferen Lagen. Die Berge, welche das Death Valley umgeben, sind kühler und dort gibt es viele Wege.
y Sturzfluten: Meiden Sie die Canyons während eines Sturms mit Regen und bereiten Sie sich darauf vor, jederzeit einen höher gelegenen Ort aufsuchen zu können. Achten Sie während der Fahrt auf Wasser, das in Pfützen und
Schlaglöcher läuft.
y Gefährliche Tiere: Setzen Sie nie eine Hand oder einen Fuß an eine Stelle, die Sie vorher nicht sehen konnt-en. Klapperschlangen, Skorpione oder Schwarze Witwen (Spinnen) könnten dort Unterschlupf gefunden haben.
y Betreten Sie keine Minentunnel oder Schächte. Minen können instabil sein, versteckte Schächte haben und Einschlüssen von schlechter Luft oder giftigem Gas enthalten.
Regeln y Eintrittsgebühren müssen von al-
len Besuchern gezahlt werden! Bitte informieren Sie sich auf Seite 4 über die genaue Höhe der Gebühren.
y Hunde und Fahrräder sind nicht erlaubt auf Pfaden oder in der wildnis, die 90% des Parks umfasst.
y Füttern Sie keine Vögel oder wilden Tiere. Dies dient Ihrer Si-cherheit und der Gesundheit unserer Tierwelt.
y Fahren abseits der Straßen ist verboten. Bleiben Sie auf den aus-gewiesenen Straßen.
y Nehmen Sie nichts mit! Lassen Sie Steine, Pflanzen oder historische Objekte dort, wo Sie sie finden, damit jeder sich an Ihnen erfreuen kann.
FRANÇAIS
Sécurité y Boire de l’eau: Buvez du moins
un gallon (4 litres) d’eau par jour. Apportez beaucoup d’eau potable supplémentaire dans votre voiture.
y La chaleur et la déshydratation: Si vous ressentez des étourdissements, des nausées, ou des maux de tête, mettez-vous à l’abri du soleil et buvez beaucoup d’eau. Humectez des vêtements afin de baisser votre température corporelle. La chaleur et la déshydratation peuvent vous tuer.
y La conduite en été: Restez sur les routes pavées. Si votre voiture tombe en panne, restez là jusqu’à ce que les secours arrivent. Soyez prêt; apportez beaucoup d’eau supplémentaire.
y Rester vigilant et freiner la voiture: La principale cause de décès à Death Valley est un accident impliquantun seul véhicule. Un moment d’inattention peut faire se retourner votre voiture, lançant vous-même et vos proches dans le désert rocailleux.
y Ne pas dépendre de la technologie! Votre téléphone cellulaire ne marchera pas dans quasiment tout le parc. Les dispositifs GPS indiquent aux visiteurs de quitter les grands chemins et de prendre des «raccourcis» à travers le désert et dans les canyons. Le bon sens, une carte de Death Valley, et un jugement éclairé sont beaucoup plus fiables.
y La randonnée: NE faites PAS de la randonnée dans les zones à basse altitude en été. Les montagnes qui entourent Death Valley sont plus fraîches et il y a beaucoup de sentiers.
y Les inondations soudaines: Evitez les canyons pendant les orages et soyez prêt à vous déplacer en terrain plus élevé. En conduisant, soyez attentif aux puissants débits d’eau et aux eaux dans les creux de la route.
y Les animaux dangereux: Ne placez jamais vos mains ou vos pieds là où vous ne pouvez pas d’abord voir. Des crotales, des scorpions, ou des veuves noires peuvent s’y cacher.
y Ne pas entrer dans les tunnels ou les puits de mine. Les mines peuvent être instables, avoir des puits cachés, ou des poches d’air de mauvaise qualité et de gaz toxique.
Règles y Les droits d’entrée s’appliquent à
tous les visiteurs! Veuillez consulter la page 4 pour le montant exact que vous devez payer.
y Les chiens et les vélos sont interdits sur les sentiers ou aux milieux sauvages, ce qui couvre plus de 90 pour cent du parc.
y Ne pas alimenter les oiseaux ou les animaux sauvages. C’est pour s’assurer votre sécurité aussi bien que la santé de notre faune et flore.
y La conduite hors route est interdite. Restez sur les routes établies.
y Ne rien prendre! Laissez les pierres, les plantes, et les objets historiques là où vous les trouvez pour que tout le monde puisse en profiter.
ITALIANO
Sicurezza y Acqua: Bevete almeno un gallone (4
litri) d’acqua ogni giorno. Portate più acqua nella vostra macchina in modo da averne abbastanza se finite l’acqua che portate con voi.
y Caldo e Disidatrazione: Se avete la testa che gira, la nausea o mal di testa, trovate subito dell’ombra o un posto dove non c’è il sole e bevete molta acqua. Inumidite i vestiti per abbassare la temperatura del corpo. Il caldo e la disidratazione possono uccidervi.
y Guidare durante l’estate: Rimanete sulle strade asfaltate. Se la vostra macchina si guasta, rimanete con la macchina finché arrivano i soccorsi. Siate preparati; portate tanta acqua.
y State in allerta e rallentate: La causa di morte più comune nella Death Valley è un incidente di una sola macchina. Un momento di disattenzione può ribaltare la vostra macchina nel deserto roccioso, con voi e i vostri cari dentro.
y Non fate troppo affidamento sulla tecnologia! Il vostro cellulare non funziona nella maggior parte del parco. I GPS dicono spesso ai visitatori del parco di prendere una “scorciatoia” attraverso il deserto e nei canyon, lontano dalle strade molto trafficate. Il buon senso, una mappa della Death Valley e decisioni assennate sono più affidabili della tecnologia.
y Escursionismo: Non fate escursionismo a basse altitudini durante l’estate. Le montagne intorno alla Death Valley sono più fredde e ci sono molti sentieri.
y Allagamenti: Evitate i canyon durante i temporali e siate preparati a muovervi verso un punto più elevato. Mentre guidate, state attenti all’acqua che corre attraverso la strada.
y Animali Pericolosi: Non mettere mai le mani o i piedi dove non potete vedere. Crotali, scorpioni, o vedove
nere potrebbero esservi nascosti.
y Non entrare nei tunnel delle miniere o nei pozzi. Le miniere potrebbero essere instabili, avere pozzi nascosti e sacche di aria o gas tossici.
Regole y Le tasse di entrata si applicano
a tutti i visitatori! Per favore, controllate a pagina 4 per il costo esatto che dovreste pagare.
y Cani e Biciclette non sono permessi sui sentieri o nell’area selvatica che copre 90% del parco.
y Non dar da mangiare agli uccelli o agli animali selvatici. Questa regola è per la vostra protezione e la salute della nostra fauna.
y È vietato guidare fuori dalle strade. Rimanete sulle strade segnalate.
y Non portate via niente! Lasciate i sassi, le piante, e gli oggetti storici dove li avete trovati in modo che tutti possano goderne.
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79m
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Dayl
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Badwater Road
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m
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2030
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1621
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2763
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2043
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6 Death Valley Visitor Guide
Support Your Park
7-day Passes
Vehicle and passengers ............ .$30
Motorcycles ............................ .$25
Individual entering on bicycle or foot ......................... .$15
Lifetime Passes
Interagency Lifetime Senior Pass (for U.S. citizens 62+)...............$80
Interagency Lifetime Access Pass (for U.S. citizens with a disability)..Free
Annual Passes
Death Valley Annual Pass ......... ...$55
Interagency Annual Pass .......... ...$80
Interagency Annual Senior Pass (for U.S. citizens 62+).....................$20
Interagency Annual Military Pass (for active duty and dependents)......Free
Other passes honored
4th Grade (Every Kid in a Park), Volunteer, Golden Age, and Golden Access Passes.
The fees you pay when visiting Death Valley National Park make a difference! Under the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act, the park uses fee money to fund critical projects that improve visitor services and protect natural and cultural resources in the park such as:
y Repairing Scotty’s Castle and restoring visitor access after a devastating flood in 2015.
y Providing education programs that reach thousands of students.
y Improving accessibility for visitors with disabilities at Dantes View through a partnership with the Fund for People in Parks and the Death Valley Natural History Association.
y Maintaining and repairing campgrounds and park structures.
y Providing emergency medical services.
My vehicle broke down. It is hot. What should I do?
y If there is an emergency and you have phone service call 911. This will put you in touch with the park’s dispatch, who will alert park staff that you need help.
y Do NOT leave your vehicle and attempt to walk. Stay near your vehicle.
y No phone service? Flag down any available motorist to alert park staff that you need help.
y You will be responsible for your own vehicle recovery. Towing will cost you an average of $2,000 off of paved roads. Consider this carefully before traveling on the dirt roads in the summer.
y Use your water to stay hydrated as well as getting your clothes wet. This will help keep you cool. Do this sparingly depending on your situation and amount of water on hand.
Travel SafelyEntrance Fees
Please support your park by paying the park entrance fee at a park visitor center or at one of the automated fee machines placed throughout the park. Already have one of the passes listed below? Enjoy your park!
Death Valley Natural History Association: Park Bookstore
Since 1954, the Death Valley Natural History Association (DVNHA) has been supporting Death Valley National Park. Whether you choose to become a member, make a donation, or simply shop with us, you're contributing to the visitor experience. The proceeds of your purchases benefit education and research in Death Valley National Park and Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. Thank you for your support.
Located a t the Furnace Creek V i s i to r Center • d v n h a . o r g
Park Bookstore (NPS)
Obey the speed limits and other rules of the road. Do not stop in traffic lanes — pull over and park safely in the shoulder. Drive only on designated
roads. Unsightly tire tracks scar the fragile desert landscape for decades.
Camp only in established campgrounds or in a permitted backcountry area.
Check at a ranger station or visitor center for backcountry camping information.
Campfires are allowed in established fire pits only. Gathering firewood is prohibited — wood is scarce. Check for fire restrictions before camping.
Put garbage where it belongs. Litter in the desert spoils the landscape for each person that follows
behind you.
Please recycle in the provided receptacles. Propane cylinder recycle bins are located in most
campgrounds where you can leave both empty and full canisters.
Stay out of closed areas. Mines, service roads, and other areas are closed for your safety and the
protection of important features.
Pets are permitted on roads and developed areas, but prohibited in Wilderness, on trails, and in buildings. Hundreds of miles of dirt roads are
great places for walking pets. Keep pets on a leash no longer than 6 feet in length.
It is illegal to discharge a firearm anywhere in Death Valley or to bring one into a federal
building. Hunting and trapping are illegal within the park.
Feeding animals is illegal and dangerous. Animals will be encouraged to hang out near the roads once fed by people, which endangers the
animals and visitors.
Rocks, plants, animals, and historic objects in Death Valley are protected just like in a museum.
Vandalism and theft are prohibited.
Despite being legalized by the State of California and the State of Nevada, possession or use of
marijuana is illegal on federal lands, including Death Valley National Park.
The use of drones is prohibited.
Do Not Feed Wildlife
The coyotes that you see near the roads, parking lots, and developed areas most likely, and unfortunately, have been fed by visitors. This encourages them to hang around people, the roads, and cars! They will even run in front of vehicles to get them to stop so that they can beg for food. This is dangerous for both visitors and coyotes. Please help by not feeding wild animals or encouraging them by stopping and taking photos. Coyote in the road picture (Carolyn Fox)
Common cause of flat tires (NPS)
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Located close to the Furnace Creek Visitor Center. This spot provides a great place to see the stars with little obstruction from the mountains. There are also historic buildings and a mule cart for night photography, which make for an interesting foreground.
Located close to Stovepipe Wells. This is a great spot for seeing a lot of sky. Unobstructed views can be found here, but the close proximity to the highway means the potential for light pollution from headlights. Bring a red light or use cellophane on your flashlight and take a stroll on the dunes!
Located 17 mi south on Badwater Road. Milky Way viewing can be somewhat obstructed from the mountains, but seeing the stars from the salt flats is a unique, other-worldly experience! Not to mention that the salt flats provide great foreground for a night photo.
Night Sky
Death Valley Night Sky Viewing Tips
y Visit during the new moon — this is when the moon is not visible. The sky will be darker and you can see more stars.
y Know what to look for — interested in seeing the Milky Way? It is only visible certain times of the year and night. Check out a night sky almanac to get an idea of what might be visible and where. Ask a park ranger!
y Avoid light pollution — pick a place to view the night sky away from developed areas. Ubehebe Crater has some of the darkest skies in the park, but the stars can be just as spectacular at Harmony Borax Works.
y Stay out long enough — it takes about 30 minutes for your eyes to adjust to the night sky to see the most stars.
y Use a red light —or put a piece of red cellophane on your flashlight. This will minimize the effect of the light on your adjusting eyes.
y Bring binoculars — a great way to get a closer look!
y Look at the horizon — Death Valley has large, towering mountains. If you pick a low place to view the night sky, like Badwater Basin, some of the stars could be blocked by the mountain ranges. Pick a large open area with some elevation to see the most stars.
Check out the stars at an International Dark Sky Park- Gold Tier Rating!
Where are the best places to view the night sky?
Harmony Borax Works Night Sky (Weston Kessler)
Harmony Borax Works Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes Badwater Basin
May June July August September October
Daily High 100° F 110° F 116° F 115° F 106° F 93° F(average) 38° C 43° C 47° C 46° C 41° C 34° C
Daily Low 73° F 81° F 88° F 86° F 76° F 61° F(average) 23° C 27° C 31° C 30° C 24° C 16° C
Record High 122° F 129° F 134° F 127° F 123° F 113° F50° C 54° C 56° C 53° C 50° C 45° C
Walking and Hiking in the Heat
Stay Safe TipsHiking in Death Valley can quickly become dangerous, especially in summer months.
y Hike before 10 am. The hottest time of the day is around 2 pm - 7 pm.
y Bring and drink lots of water, a gallon per person per day, and more if you are active. Drink before you are thirsty, and eat plenty of salty snacks.
y Tell someone where you are going, and stay on the trail. It is easy to become disoriented in desert environments.
y Ask a ranger for current trail conditions before attempting a hike.
Come PreparedEssential items for a hike:
y Plenty of water. Drink freely and often, and do not ration water. Eat snacks as well!
y The right clothing. Long sleeved, light clothing can protect you from the sun. Mountain hikes at elevation can be much cooler than the valley floor, so bring extra layers. Wear sturdy shoes on all hikes.
y Sun protection, such as sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
y A first aid kit.
y A map or trail description. The visitor center bookstore sells detailed maps.
Hike HighThe park’s mountains are much cooler places to spend the day than the valley floor. Hike in higher elevations, like Telescope Peak, Wildrose Peak, or during the shoulder-season, on Dantes Ridge.
Summer Hikes Round Trip Elevation Gain Trailhead Location Description
Wildrose Peak8.4 mi
(13.5 km)2,200 ft(671 m)
Charcoal Kilns on upper Wildrose Road
Out and back trail through pinyon-juniper woodlands to 9,064 ft (2,763 m) peak. The final two miles of access road are gravel, but typically passable in a sedan.
Telescope Peak14 mi
(22.5 km)3,000 ft(914 m)
Mahogany Flat Campground on upper Wildrose Road
Out and back hike to 11,049 ft (3,368 m) - the highest peak in Death Valley. The trail starts in pinyon and juniper forest. The final 5 miles (8 km) of the access road are gravel and may require a high clearance, 4X4 vehicle.
Hiker on Dantes Ridge (NPS/Hoerner)
8 Death Valley Visitor Guide
NPS Campgrounds Season/Reservations Elevation FeeSenior/Access
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Furnace CreekNo reservations in the summer
open all yearmid-Apr to mid-Oct
no reservationsmid-Oct to mid-Apr
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Texas SpringsCLOSED in the summer
open mid-Oct to mid-Mayno generators
no reservationssea level $16 $8 92 yes yes yes flush yes
Stovepipe WellsCLOSED in the summer
open mid-Sept to mid-May no reservations sea level $14 $7 190 yes some some flush yes
Mesquite Spring open all yearno reservations
1,800 ft(549 m) $14 $7 40 yes yes yes flush yes
Emigrantopen all year
tent only no reservations
2,100 ft(640 m) free 10 yes no no flush no
Wildroseopen all year
25 ft length limit no reservations
4,100 ft(1,250 m) free 23 yes yes yes vault no
Thorndike(4X4 recommended)
25 ft length limit no reservations
7,400 ft(2,256 m) free 6 no yes yes vault no
Mahogany Flat(4X4 recommended)
25 ft length limit no reservations
8,200 ft(2,499 m) free 10 no yes yes vault no
Furnace Creek Stovepipe Wells Village
Scotty’s Castle and the Bonnie Claire Road to NV 267 are closed due to flash flood damage until 2020. The roads from Highway 190 to Racetrack and Mesquite Spring Campground are open.
Scotty’s Castle (CLOSED)
Lodging & Camping:Panamint Springs Resort775-482-7680 — panamintsprings.com
General Store: 7 am-9 pm ATM, snacks, ice, firewood, camping supplies, and gifts
Shower: Passes available at general store
Gas Station: 7 am-9:30 pm Unleaded and diesel
Restaurant and Bar: 7am-9pm daily
Panamint Springs
EAST OF THE PARKDeath Valley Junction, California: 40 minute drive from Furnace CreekLodging, restaurant, RV camping
Beatty, Nevada: 45 minute drive from Furnace CreekLodging, restaurants, ATM, camping, gas
Amargosa Valley, Nevada:1 hour drive from Furnace CreekLodging, gas, restaurants
Pahrump, Nevada: 1 hour 15 minute drive from Furnace CreekLodging, restaurants, grocery stores, hospital, auto service, gas, ATM, veterinarians, camping
Shoshone, California: 1 hour drive from Furnace CreekLodging, restaurants, general store, gas, campground
Tecopa, California: 1 hour 15 minute drive from Furnace CreekLodging, restaurants, camping
Las Vegas, Nevada: 2 hour 30 minute drive from Furnace CreekLodging, restaurants, grocery stores, hospital, auto service, gas, ATM, veterinarians, camping
WEST OF THE PARKTrona, California: 1 hour 30 minute drive from Furnace CreekLodging, restaurants, camping, gas, ATM
Ridgecrest, California: 2.5 hour drive from Furnace CreekLodging, restaurants, grocery stores, hospital, auto service, gas, ATM, veterinarians, camping
Lone Pine, California: 1 hour 45 minute drive from Furnace Creek Lodging, restaurants, camping, gas, ATM, groceries, health clinic
Local Communities
Visitor Services
National Park ServiceRanger Station:Get information, maps, and purchase entrance passes.
Open hours determined by available staffing.
Lodging & Camping:Death Valley Lodging Company760-786-7090 — deathvalleyhotels.com
Shower & Pool: Per person passes available daily until midnight ($5/person)
WiFi: Limited. Ask for details at the front desk.
General Store: 7 am-10 pm dailyATM, groceries, ice, camping supplies, gifts, and firewood
Nugget Gift Shop: 8 am-9 pm daily
Gas Station: 24 hours pay at the pump (major credit/debit cards) Unleaded fuel only
Restaurants:Toll RoadBreakfast: 7 am-10 amDinner: 7 pm-9 pmBadwater Saloon11:30 am-10 pmLunch 11:30 am-5 pm; Dinner 5 pm-10 pm
National Park ServiceFurnace Creek Visitor Center: Get information and maps, purchase entrance passes, explore exhibits, watch the park film, and speak with park rangers.
Packaged sandwiches and snacks are available at the DVNHA bookstore in the visitor center.
8 AM-5 PM DAILY760-786-3200 — NPS.GOV/DEVA
Indian Tacos & Shaved Ice:Timbisha Shoshone VillageOften open Tuesday - Saturday 10 am-6 pm 760-258-7858
Lodging & Camping: The Oasis at Death Valley760-786-2345 — oasisatdeathvalley.com
Restaurant:The Inn at Death ValleyBreakfast, lunch and dinner; for times and reservations (760) 786-2345
Restaurants & General Store:The Ranch at Death ValleyThere are a few different options for dining at this facility. Call 760-786-2345 for more info.
The following services are available at The Ranch at Death Valley:
Shower & Pool: Per person passes available 8 am-10 pm ($10/person)
Laundry: Coin operated machines ($1.00)
WiFi: Hourly and daily rates
Borax Museum: Dawn to dusk (free)
Gas Station: 24 hours pay at the pump (major credit/debit cards) unleaded, diesel, propane, and limited mechanic services
Farabees Jeep Rentals and Tours: 4x4 Jeep rentals and tours. 760-786-9872 deathvalleyjeeprentals.com
Post Office: Mail letters and postcards: lobby open 24 hours Purchase postage: Monday - Friday 8 am-4 pm Closed for lunch from 1 pm-1:30 pm
Private Season Elevation Fee Sites Water Fire pits Tables ToiletsDump Station
Fiddler’s Camp open all year760-786-2345 - oasisatdeathvalley.com
-218 ft(-66 m) $24 35 yes group
onlygroup only flush no
Stovepipe Wells RV Park open all year760-786-7090 - deathvalleyhotels.com sea level $40 hookups/
$20 senior/access pass rate 14 yes no no flush yes
Panamint Springs open all year775-482-7680 - panamintsprings.com
2,000 ft(610 m)
$35 hookups /$20 non-hookup$10 tents
$50 - $65 tent cabins76 yes some yes flush no
A campground with a higher elevation will have cooler nights. Check the elevation below.
Summer camping?