How to Plan your First Trip to Death ValleyEach link below will provide you with the information you need in order to plan your trip to the park.At any point, take a look at the park map to find out where things are. 
Current Conditions
Road and weather conditions, closures, and important notices. 
Safety
Learn how to stay safe when you visit this unique place of extremes! 
Directions and Transportation
Maps, airport information, and basic directions. 1. Start with CURRENT CONDITIONSDeath Valley is a large place - about the size of Connecticut or half the size of Belgium! Weather conditions can vary depending on which part of the park you are visiting. Check the weather before you arrive.
2. Read the SAFETY infoDeath Valley is undeveloped and different than other national parks you may have visited. Some safety information is specific to this place so take a look and be safe! 3. How will you be getting here? Get DIRECTIONS and plan your routeWith 54 entrances/exits, the direction you will be entering/exiting the park will be important to know when planning the order of your visit with the least amount of driving time. 
Lodging
Weather you are looking to stay in a luxury hotel or a simple tent cabin, Death Valley has a range of options available. 
Camping
Death Valley has a variety of campgrounds from primitive to full hook-up. 
Restaurants and General Stores
Information on where to find restaurants and general stores within the park. 4. Will you be staying the night? Check out the LODGING and CAMPING optionsDeath Valley exploring can involve a lot of driving. Pick a lodging or camping choice that will be located near the things you would like to see and visit to minimize your driving time. Links to the park map are located on the lodging and camping pages so you can see how things are spaced around the park. 5. Will you be bringing your food or eating in the park? Check out the options for RESTAURANTS AND STORESDeath Valley is very remote and there are not very many options for eating. Food can be found at the three "towns" in the park: Furnace Creek, Stovepipe Wells and Panamint Springs. 
Things to Do
Outdoor and indoor activities, ranger programs, and more! 
Hiking
From deep canyons to salt flats, sand dunes, and desert peaks, Death Valley is a hiker's paradise. 5. What should you see or do during your visit? Take a look at the THINGS TO DO or HIKING to plan your activitiesPeople explore the park in many ways depending on their interests and time. Auto touring is a great way to see most of the "must see" attractions in the park and can be done with a regular vehicle on paved roads. Hiking options are unlimited as the park is open to cross country hiking and has limited trails. Backcountry drives are a fun way to explore deeper into the park but will require the correct vehicle and equipment to be done safely. Have more questions? A link to Contact Us can be found on the bottom of this page. |
Last updated: May 10, 2024