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Death Valley National Park

National Park California Nevada

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.

Entry Fees

No additional fees

Weather Information

SPRING is the most popular time to visit Death Valley. Warm and sunny days with the possibility of spring wildflowers is a big attraction. SUMMER starts early in Death Valley. By May the valley can be scorching hot. AUTUMN arrives in late October, with warm but pleasant temperatures and generally clear skies. WINTER has cool days, chilly nights and rarely, rainstorms. With snow capping the high peaks and low angled winter light, this season is especially beautiful for exploring the valley.

Address

PO Box 579, Death Valley, CA 92328

Activities & Topics

Astronomy Stargazing Biking Mountain Biking Road Biking Camping Backcountry Camping Car or Front Country Camping Canyoneering Food Flying Golf Guided Tours Hiking Backcountry Hiking Front-Country Hiking Horse Trekking Living History First Person Interpretation Junior Ranger Program Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Park Film Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store Gift Shop and Souvenirs Archeology Asian American Heritage Incarceration Japanese-American Internment Industry Mining Native American Heritage Westward Expansion The Gold Rush Women's History Animals Birds Fish Tortoises and Turtles Dunes Foothills Plains and Valleys Fossils and Paleontology Geology Mountains Night Sky Astronomy Scenic Views Trails Unique Species Endangered Wilderness