Death Valley

Death Valley California and the Death Valley National Park is located in Southeastern California and parts of Nevada. As the hottest and driest spot in North America, it's no wonder this area is named Death Valley. But don't pass up an opportunity to visit this land of contrasts where elevations range from below sea level up to 11,049 feet.

When is a good time to visit Death valley?

November through April are the only sane times to visit Death Valley.

Temperatures in Death Valley

While summertime temperatures in Death Valley reach 128 degrees in the shade, winter temperature in Death Valley remains in the 70s.

Things to do in Death Valley and Death Valley National Park

There are many things to do in Death Valley. Among many activities at Death Valley and Death Valley National Park are:

• car touring,
• climbing
• sand dunes and
• sightseeing.

Artist route at Death Valley

Artists Drive is a scenic route along Black Mountain foothills. Scotty 's Castle, built in the 1920s as a vacation retreat, is a popular tourist attraction. Rangers dressed in period clothing conduct tours.

Death Valley lodging and Death Valley Accommodations

There are a few choices of accommodations to choose from in Death Valley. Examples of hotels and accommodation resources in Death Valley are:

• Furnace Creek Inn,
• Furnace Creek Ranch (for horseback riding),
• Stovepipe Wells Village (hotel and camping).

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