Golden flowers cover a typically rocky and dry valley floor in the spring.
Death Valley National Park
National Park · CA, NV
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.
Park report
Fee: Entrance - Private Vehicle
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$30
Fee: Entrance - Motorcycle
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$25
Fee: Entrance - Per Person
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$15
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Campgrounds Available
How this is rated
Good: campgrounds available in this park12 campgrounds
Campground: Emigrant Campground
GoodThe campground, water system, and restrooms at Emigrant have been closed since late August 2025 due to flood damage. The damage to the 5-mile-long water pipe and associated water system is substantial and there is no estimated repair date. First-come, first-served tent-only campground with no additi
Campground: Eureka Dunes Campground (Primitive)
GoodRemote campground at the base of Eureka Dunes (the tallest sand dunes in California and home to several endemic plant species). This campground is located at 2,880ft and is only accessible to high-clearance vehicles. Please drive only on existing roads and tread lightly on the dunes to protect this
Campground: Furnace Creek Campground
GoodFurnace Creek Campground, near the Visitor Center at 190ft below sea level, is the only NPS campground in the park that accepts reservations. It offers full RV hookups and dry RV/tent sites. Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance for dates between October 15th and April 15th. As the most
Campground: Homestake Campground (Primitive)
GoodExtremely remote campsite at 3,785ft of elevation, accessible only by high-clearance vehicles with all-terrain tires. Access from Saline Valley Road requires navigating Lippincott Pass and should only be attempted by experienced 4-wheel drivers. There are no approved toilet facilities at this locati
Visitor Centers
Good2 visitor centers
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available27 activities
Park Name
InfoDeath Valley National Park
Designation
InfoNational Park
State(s)
InfoCA, NV
Phone
Info7607863200
deva_information@nps.gov
Pass: Annual Entrance - Park
Info$55
Operating Hours
InfoThe park is open daily all year.
Visitor Center: Furnace Creek Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Visitor Center: Stovepipe Wells Ranger Station
InfoSee park for hours
Activity: Astronomy
InfoAvailable
Activity: Stargazing
InfoAvailable
Activity: Biking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Mountain Biking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Road Biking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Camping
InfoAvailable
Activity: Backcountry Camping
InfoAvailable
Activity: Car or Front Country Camping
InfoAvailable
Activity: Canyoneering
InfoAvailable
Activity: Food
InfoAvailable
Activity: Flying
InfoAvailable
Activity: Golf
InfoAvailable
Activity: Guided Tours
InfoAvailable
Activity: Hiking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Backcountry Hiking
InfoAvailable
Theme: Archeology
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Asian American Heritage
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Incarceration
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Japanese-American Internment
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Industry
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Mining
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Native American Heritage
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Westward Expansion
InfoFeatured at this park
Weather Info
InfoSPRING 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
Getting There
InfoThere are multiple entrances to the park. Click below to learn the best ways to travel to Death Valley.
GPS Coordinates
Info36.4875° N, -117.1344° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website