The only hike we really did at Death Valley NP. It's about 2-3 miles RT with some incline and a…read morelarge stretch of uncovered trail so bring sunscreen and plenty of water! There are some challenging climbing pieces through slot canyons and some parts where you have to decide what is actually the trail. Then the end it kind of abruptly has a rock wall so there's no 'viewpoint' at the end but the rock marbling and mosaic rocks along the way are very cool to see. We saw a lot of groups here doing like discussion circles so seems like a popular spot to walk a little in and hang out.

Beautiful dry hiking trail. Reminds me of Zion Narrows without the water. Some bottleneck boulder…read morescrambling from time to time. Arrows made of rocks point the way. Stay on trail. One guy had to be rescued by helicopter in the last year. Very dry terrain. Bring extra water. Limited shade. I suggest using the restroom at Stovepipe Wells first. No cell service. Better go near wintertime. Can be cold, so layer up. Summer can reach over 120°F. We hiked almost 4 mi for about 2 hr.

We visited for a long weekend in January and such a cool experience! Known as the hottest part of…read morethe US. We loved the different scenery in different areas of the park. Going in January was not very hot and some water was in the basin which was cool to see! We were there from 10AM to sunset and was able to hit all the major spots and get a longer hike in. The park is pretty spread out too so be mindful of driving time. Most hikes are easy, out of the parking lot to a short walk but we did one longer hike that was fine with a January cooler temp, but I'm not sure I would visit during summer time.

Itinerary: Day 1 -…read moreVisitor Center, Zabriskie Point, 20 Mule Team Canyon, Ubehebe Crater Day 2 - Badwater Basin, Devil's Golf Course, Artists Drive, The Ranch, Dantes View Day 3 - Mesquite Sand Dunes, Mosaic Canyon Day 4 - Salt Creek We found out real quick that we need to pay attention to elevation levels in the park. Lower elevations in the early morning and late evening and higher elevations in the afternoon to handle to heat. I also recommend hats and sunbrellas. After running our plan by a ranger, then headed to Zabriskie Point. Short hike up to an amazing viewpoint. The variety in the landscape is stunning. After, we drove through the unpaved 20 Mule Team Canyon and saw a lot of rock formations there too. I have a hatchback and made it through nicely. Ubehebe Crater was a bit of a drive, but the crater was also over 10F cooler and super windy. Also huge and awesome to see. We hiked a bit to the Little Hebe Crater, and hiked into the crater itself. So cool! There were some wildflowers around the area that were really pretty. We went to Badwater Basin early in the morning and saw the salt up close - looks very different than seeing it from the higher viewpoints. Badwater Basin is the lowest point in North America at 282ft below sea level. The white salt was vast and stretched as far as some adjacent mountain ranges. There's a small natural pool that had snails! Artists Drive was really colorful - so many hues of red, blue, gray, brown, white... it was really beautiful. Definitely one of the most picturesque views I saw in the park. There are restaurants, stores, and gas stations in the park. We had lunch at Wild Rose Tavern at The Ranch, then enjoyed some ice cream at the parlor. We enjoyed the cooler temperatures at Dantes View, which was stunning. There's such a great panoramic view from up there, and seeing Badwater Basin both up close and from so high up in the same day was surreal. There were a lot of bugs though, but also a lot of wildflowers! Not as many as a few weeks prior, but still very pretty to see in the desert. The Mesquite Sand Dunes I would definitely recommend visiting in the early morning. There's barely any shade, and it can get hot. What a unique part of the park! Same with Salt Creek, though it's much shorter and more manageable. We so many pupfish! At times, it looked like they were jumping out of the water. I want to come back to do some stargazing and astrophotography another time!

Really nice and easy lookout spot. Can get crowded so plan accordingly with parking. We went…read moretowards the end of sunset so some people were already heading out. It's a short walk to the lookout point once you park. Breathtaking views with cascading and layered rocks and the setting sun made it that much more beautiful. An easy must stop if at Death Valley NP!

We enjoyed a beautiful sunset here this week. It's a beautiful view at any time, but the colors on…read morethe unique rocks at sunset are really stunning. There's a large parking lot with a restroom here. There's a bit of an uphill climb to the top, but it is well worth the effort to walk up there.

This view is absolutely worth the drive there and back at any time of day. I recently went midday,…read morebut I've been at sunset as well and it is stunning at any time of day. We were lucky to visit during the recent superbloom and there were so many flowers along the drive. Don't skip this stop while in the park!

It's definitely worth the drive, and I'd recommend doing a short hike for the best views of the…read morevalley and the Badwater Basin area. It's also an excellent spot to catch the sunrise or stargaze at night. Pro tips: -Parking is limited. -There's one public restroom along the way, with hand sanitizer provided inside. -Dress warmly: temperatures are much lower than in the basin during winter, and it can get very windy. All in all, the views are spectacular! This is the best overlook in Death Valley and absolutely worth exploring. Highly recommended.

Pro-tip: Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge is a must for anyone in Southern Nevada visiting…read moreDeath Valley National Park. Ash Meadows is located in the Nevada portion of Death Valley National Park. It is sometimes referred to as the Galápagos Islands of North America considering it has the highest concentration of endemic species in the United States & the second highest in all of North America. The Devils Hole desert pupfish found at Ash Meadows was actually the first ever species to be listed as endangered (by President Truman). Additionally, the wildlife refuge is one of the last remaining natural desert springs oases in the Mojave Desert, where turquoise water, grapevines, and aquatic species are abundant.

The preserve roadways are dusty gravel so pick your car/truck accordingly. No low-riders!…read more There is a visitor center, 2 boardwalk trails, a bunch of reservoirs and a couple of devil holes to hike around to. There are 2 park entrances and no cover charges or parking payments. There are restrooms at certain spots. It is still unspoiled and the color of the glacial spring water is a most relaxing blue hue. At the 2nd boardwalk, I think I saw their infamous guppy fish. Overall, the boardwalk trails, reservoirs and devil's hole trail are actually doable in a day and won't leave you hurting.

Ok here is my first review of Telescope Peak, it might be a long one…read more Telescope Peak is located in the Death Valley National Park. It is a strenous but totally beautiful hike to the summit. The access to the trail is rather difficult depending on road conditions you might have to take a long detour if you travel from the Southwest. In my case the access to the trail from Trona was closed due to last years road damage so I had to drive through Panamint Valley to access the Western entrance of Death Valley and Emigrant Canyon road that leads further to the remote camp locations. Check the Morning Report on the park´s website for current conditions. Here is my trip report of September 2014: Arrived at Mahogany Flat campground about 5pm. The road to the campground is in very bad shape, they recommend a high clearance 4x4 vehicle but my regular Dodge Charger made it as well, you just have to drive slowly and carefully. Camped overnight at Mahogany Flat. At night it became obvious why it is called Telescope Peak. The sky was clear and no other sources of light polluted the sky so with the naked eye you could spot billions of stars and many comets/shooting stars. Got up early the next morning to catch the sunrise from about half a mile up the trail to Telescope Peak. An amazing show of mother nature as Death Valley and the Bad Water Basin slowly got drenched in sunlight. Return to camp for a good breakfast and the start of the hike to the Telescope Peak about an hour later. To me the hike was quite challenging, the round trip took about 8.5 hours with an elevation gain of almost 3000ft. Especially the last 2 miles of the hike were demanding but with frequent stops and lots of drinking and snacking I reached the peak. The vistas from top of Telescope Peak are very spectacular. The entire Death Valley to the East including Badwater Basin and the Panamint Valley on your West. The Mojave Desert to your SW and the Sierras to the NW....Spectacular There is a log to sign at the peak. After about 40 minutes of relaxing, eating and taking in these stunning views it was time to return to camp. Here are my recommendations for this spectacular hike. Drive carefully on the road to Mahogany Flat. It is not as steep as one might think but the road is in very bad condition. Camp out a night at Mahogany Flat. Several camp sites available on first-come first-served basis. Might be more frequented on week end. Campground has pit toilets but there is NO WATER available so make sure to bring plenty with you. Camp fires are ok in the fire rings/pits on each site. Enjoy the clear sky at night, watch the stars and enjoy the silence out there, soul stimulating.... It does get cold at night because of the elevation at 8800ft so pack in some extra warmth for your stay. Do not miss the sunrise over Death Valley, it is fantastic, force yourself to get up. I even set up my alarm clock. For the hike pack in plenty of water I had about 1.5 gallons. A warm layer for windy situations and of course snacks, trail mix, jerky, sandwich, fruit, whatever you wanna eat and do not mind carrying in your backpack. Put on a hat, dont forget sunglasses and a camera and put on sunscreen. On the peak there is no shade and the sun will beat down on you. Enjoy yourself and the nature

Great 15 mile (round trip) hike with a spectacular views in all directions.read more

You can take a short drive (less than a mile) over an unpaved road through Mustard Canyon. The…read morecanyon takes its name from the bright yellow rocks that it is composed of. You do not need a high clearance or 4 wheel drive vehicle to drive through it. The entrance is the same as the one to Borax Works, but goes on to become unpaved as it snakes through the Canyon.

I walked from Furnace Creek Campground through Mustard Canyon and back every morning. It was a nice…read morewalk, especially right before sunrise. It felt like nobody else was on the planet but me and the deep silence was humbling. Nice 5.2 mile walk.

A highlight in Death Valley! Definitely want a vehicle that can go off-roading for this valley…read moreadventure. There are a few deserted mine that you can stop at and visit as well as picturesque landscapes that highlight the beauty of Death Valley. The canyon itself is pretty cool and scenic. It's towards the end so when you get to the canyon then you'll exit the mountain and back onto the main roads. Great to pair with the Ryolite Ghost Town in Nevada as well. We finished the Titus Canyon road in about 2.5 hours including stopping at the sights.

Activity Type: Hiking Nearby City: Stovepipe Wells…read moreLength: 6 total miles Elevation Gain: 6,562 feet Trail Type: Out-and-back Skill Level: Moderate Duration: 4 hours Season: Best Times: Cool to warm Top Elevation: 5,280 feet Other Uses: Good for kids This is one of the classic 4WD (or two-foot!) canyon tours of the American West and should be near the top of your must-see list. Named after Morris Titus, a prospector who disappeared in this area in 1906, Titus Canyon offers fun driving (or hiking), beautiful scenery, and extraordinary geology. From Red Pass, the Titus Canyon Road drops a vertical mile, at times winding through passages hundreds of feet deep but barely wide enough for your vehicle. Check with Death Valley rangers before driving this route, as it's often closed due to snow, mud, or flash floods. Do not enter the canyon if thunderstorms threaten. Vehicle: HC/4WD.

This is one of the best hikes in Death Valley. So amazing to see a waterfall in this dry and…read morepatched desert. There are 2 parking lots, one close to the road and one at the trailhead. You will need a high suspension vehicle to make it to the trailhead parking lot, which I highly recommend, as the hike from the road is quite long. There isn't a set trail to the waterfall, you'll have to make your way there going through water, bushes and scrambling over rocks. But it is a fun hike and you can see the effects of water as the area grows in vegetation the closer you get. Even saw some butterflies, which isn't something I associate with deserts. The waterfall is such a delight to see. It is cool water, and a welcome rest place before heading back. We visited mid- February, the trees had leaf buds. A few more weeks and everything would be very green.

It's gone. Sadly last year's floods and continual flooding since has destroyed the road leading to…read morethe trail. What used to be a 2 mile out and back trail to the falls is now 6 miles thru a recently washed out area. The falls are still amazing but without the road, I'm not sure it's worth it when considering the time. It was a long, loose footing, sandy hike. Plus it started raining so there's that. Disappointed this time but it's still amazing to see when you think about where you are.

Super great vibes, everyone is friendly. Easy to find a camp spot etc. Has been around since the…read more60's

Awesome place but I'd only recommend going if you are skilled and Experienced off road driver with…read morethe correct vehicle. I have 8.7 clearance but I would recommend 10. If you do your research and use you're head you'll be okay. I had a great time and I'll definitely be back.