Inyo County
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Willow Canyon Trail
Inyo County, California
4.18 mi
/ 1033 ft gain
Willow Canyon Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Death Valley, California.
Coffin Peak
Inyo County, California
2.59 mi
/ 358 ft gain
Coffin Peak Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Death Valley, California.
Photograph Dante's View of Death Valley
Inyo County, California
4.7
In all of Death Valley National Park, Dante's View might just be the best spot to watch the light fade away after a long day. Unfortunately, it is one of the highly missed spots along the Highway 190 Death Valley route. This might be due to the fact that it is about 15 miles off of the highway, but the drive up alone is worth the trip.To get there from Highway 190 in Death Valley, drive east, l...
Mt. Perry
Inyo County, California
8.67 mi
/ 2021 ft gain
Mt. Perry Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see local wildlife located near Death Valley, California.
Badwater Basin's Salt Flats
Inyo County, California
4.6
1.92 mi
/ 43 ft gain
Taking a walk on the salt flats at Badwater Basin is like no other experience in Death Valley National Park. These flats cover nearly 200 square miles across the park, which makes them one of the world’s largest protected salt flats. With an elevation of 282 feet below sea level, Badwater Basin is known to be the lowest point in North America.
Just a short walk from the parking lot, you’ll sta...
Natural Bridge Canyon
Inyo County, California
4.7
1.39 mi
/ 518 ft gain
Natural Bridge Canyon is one of the few canyons in Death Valley with an official trailhead that can be easily accessed from the parking lot. You’ll find the trailhead off Highway 178, just 4 miles south of the Artist’s Drive scenic loop. The hike is nice and easy and great for families or large groups. From the parking lot, it takes about 10-15 minutes to reach the natural bridge. As you’re ...
Death Valley Natural Bridge
Inyo County, California
4.46 mi
/ 1152 ft gain
Death Valley Natural Bridge Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Death Valley, California.
Devil's Golf Course, Death Valley
Inyo County, California
4.0
2.54 mi
/ 115 ft gain
It is said that "only the devil could play golf on such rough links." Just off Badwater Road you will find an immense field of eroded rock salt that bore small jagged spires in the Earth. What was once Lake Manly is now a surreal sight - one that makes you wonder what planet you are on. Devil's Golf Course is a great stop, especially if you are en route to the famous Badwater Basin down the roa...
Artist's Palette
Furnace Creek, California
4.0
0.4 mi
/ 89 ft gain
Let’s just start this off by saying, PREPARE FOR THE HEAT.
Death Valley has the highest recorded temperature on earth at over 130 degrees Fahrenheit. If you are planning to visit in the summer…be ready. Luckily, Artist’s Palette is not far from the parking the area and the saving grace of Air Conditioning in your vehicle.
Visiting in the early spring or late fall is recommended, where te...
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Furnace Creek, California
Furnace Creek
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Furnace Creek Campground is in a central location in Death Valley National Park. It is popular for RV and group camping; tent si...
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