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Death Valley. The name conjures lethal visions of cruel heat
and barren wasteland. This is one of the Hottest, driest and lowest places on
the planet. A place of extremes, Death Valley is the home of the lowest point
in the Western hemisphere at 282 feet below sea level at Badwater. It is also
one of the driest places, with an average rainfall of only .1.96 inches per year!
But this newest member of America 's National Park System is filled with magical
vistas, dream inspired sand dunes, and majestic canyons that welcomes thousands
of visitors each year. Yes, winter, spring and fall are the best times to visit
the Park, but summer can be an extraordinary experience as well. Just remember
to have your car's air conditioning and other critical components checked before
you go.
Death Valley boasts historical Scotty's Castle, Ubhebe Crater, Eureka Dunes
and The Racetrack, Artist's Drive, Badwater, Zabriskie Point, Dante's View,
Titus Canyon , Father Crowley Vista and so much more! You will also find several
campgrounds to choose from, including year round camping at several. and world-class
lodging, golf and dining at the Furnace Creek Resort and Ranch. You can also
visit Badwater, the lowest point in North America. Check out a general map of
the Death Valley
Area.
Click here for
Death
Valley Weather or visit the Death Valley
National Park site.
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DEATH
VALLEY NATIONAL PARK
