National Park & Nature

Death Valley National Park

📍 Death Valley National Park, CA, USA

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Introduction

Death Valley National Park is the largest national park in the lower 48 and one of Earth's hottest places. In eastern California, it features extreme climate records (56.7°C/134°F in 1913), Badwater Basin (North America's lowest point, -86 m), colorful mountains and sand dunes. About 13,650 km² — the largest in the lower 48. Badwater Basin — North America's lowest point with vast white salt flats. Zabriskie Point — classic sunrise viewpoint. Artist's Drive and Artist's Palette — rainbow-colored volcanic rock layers. Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes. Visiting for Earth's most extreme natural environment is a stunning California experience.

✨ Highlights

Earth's hottest

56.7°C recorded in 1913 — Earth's highest recorded temperature.

Badwater Basin

North America's lowest point (-86 m) — vast white salt flats.

Artist's Palette

Rainbow-colored volcanic rock layers.

Largest in lower 48

America's largest national park in the lower 48 states.

🛈 Practical Info

→Season：Autumn/winter/spring (Oct-Apr) recommended; summer exceeds 50°C.

→Badwater：Must-see; bring sunscreen and plenty of water.

→Sunrise：Zabriskie Point is a classic sunrise viewpoint.

→Tickets：Buy a 7-day national park pass.

→Combine：Pair with Las Vegas and Joshua Tree NP.

💡 Tips

• Oct-Apr recommended; summer exceeds 50°C; bring sunscreen and water.

• Badwater and Zabriskie Point are must-sees.

• Pair with Las Vegas and Joshua Tree NP.

• Opening, admission and road conditions are subject to NPS official notice.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Death Valley National Park?

Oct-Apr recommended; summer exceeds 50°C; bring sunscreen and water. Badwater and Zabriskie Point are must-sees.

Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.