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Death Valley National Park

Open Time : 8:00 A.M to 5:00 P.M

Entry : paid

Address : Death Valley, CA, USA

Website : https://www.nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/index.htm

Why to visit Death Valley National Park

The largest national park in the USA outside of Alaska is Death Valley. It is dispersed throughout enormous wilderness areas of 13,650 square kilometres or 3.4 million acres. Before Death Valley National Park was established in 1994, Yellowstone National Park (2.2 million acres) held the record for the largest national park. The hottest air temperature ever measured on Earth occurs in Death Valley. More than 50 different mammal species can be found there, along with numerous fish, reptile, and amphibian species. Coyotes, kit foxes, bobcats, and mountain lions are some of the carnivores found in the park. The Eureka Dunes spotted at the death valley are recognised as the tallest sand dune in California.

Places to visit near Death Valley National Park

  • Badwater Basin
  • Zabriskie Point
  • Artist's Drive
  • Dante's View

Places to eat near Death Valley National Park

  • Badwater Saloon
  •  Toll Road Restaurant
  • The Inn at Death Valley Dining
  • The 19th Hole

How to reach

You can reach  by from public transport by following means

  • Bus: 155, 92, 94, 96
  • The nearest major airport  from Death Valley National Park is Las Vegas McCarren.

Timings

Death Valley is accessible every day of the year, 24 hours a day. Daily hours for the Death Valley Visitor Center are 8 am to 5 pm.

Entry fees

  • Entry fee for per vehicle is $30.00
  • Entry fee for per motorcycle is $25.00
  • Entry fee for per individual is $15.00

FAQ on Death Valley National Park

How much time do you need to spend in Death Valley National Park?

To view most of the prominent attractions in Death Valley, 2-3 days are more than enough time.

What's the best month to visit Death Valley?

The best time to visit Death Valley is in the spring. Tourists are drawn to the potential for spring wildflowers in addition to warm, sunny days.

Can you just drive through Death Valley?

Yes, but you must be prepared although with an air conditioned vehicle you can safely tour many of the main sites in Death Valley

Do you need a reservation to visit Death Valley?

The park just requires an entrance charge or park pass for admittance, not a reservation. You can buy annual or lifetime passes right now, as well as pay the park entrance cost in person.

Special Tip

Prepare your hiking gear properly with required items and keep hydration facilities up to the mark.

By Hammad Warsi

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