Death Valley National Park

About Death Valley National Park

In this below-sea-level basin, steady drought and record summer heat make Death Valley a land of extremes. Yet, each extreme has a striking contrast. Towering peaks are frosted with winter snow. Rare rainstorms bring vast fields of wildflowers. Lush oases harbor tiny fish and refuge for wildlife and humans. Despite its morbid name, a great diversity of life thrives in Death Valley.

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How to Get There

There are multiple entrances to the park. Click below to learn the best ways to travel to Death Valley.

Facilities at Death Valley National Park

This recreation area contains 18 facilities — campgrounds, trailheads, and visitor centers.

• Furnace Creek Campground — Campground
• Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping — Campground
• Wildrose Campground — Facility
• Saline Valley Campground (Primitive) — Facility
• Stovepipe Wells Ranger Station — Visitor Center
• Mahogany Flat Campground (Primitive) — Facility
• Thorndike Campground (Primitive) — Facility
• Death Valley National Park Wilderness Permits — Permit
• Eureka Dunes Campground (Primitive) — Facility
• Homestake Campground (Primitive) — Facility
• Sunset Campground — Campground
• Mesquite Spring Campground — Facility
• Death Valley National Park Ranger Programs — Ticket Facility
• Furnace Creek Visitor Center — Facility
• Emigrant Campground — Campground
• Scotty's Castle - Death Valley National Park — Ticket Facility
• Texas Springs Campground — Facility
• Stovepipe Wells Campground — Facility

Plan Your Visit to Death Valley National Park

Heading to Death Valley National Park? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)