Death Valley, CA

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Death Valley
Death Valley showing desert views, signage and tranquil scenes
Death Valley National Park which includes tranquil scenes, landscape views and a sunset
Death Valley featuring tranquil scenes and heritage architecture
Death Valley featuring tranquil scenes and signage

Discover the geological wonders of North America’s hottest and lowest national park, packed with raw, wild and untouched landscapes ripe for exploring.

In Death Valley National Park the temperatures can soar to a blistering 120 F (49 C) and the lowest point is marked at 282 feet (86 meters) below sea level. With about 3.4 million acres (14,000 square kilometers) of wilderness, this is the largest American national park outside Alaska. Venture into the park’s interior to experience some of the most mesmerizing landscapes on the planet. Drive, hike or cycle past rolling sand dunes, jagged canyons, rocky deserts, delicate oases and fields of wildflowers.

Begin at the Furnace Creek Visitor Center to learn about the park, explore the small museum and plan your adventures. Drive to Devil’s Golf Course, a wide expanse of rock salt carved by wind into sharp spires, before continuing on to Badwater Basin, a bizarre terrain of salt flats marking the park’s lowest point. Continue your tour along the scenic Artists Drive, a 9-mile (14-kilometer) loop weaving through pink and gold hills.

Stop at Death Valley’s most famous viewpoint, Zabriskie Point. Be amazed by the surreal landscape stretching before you. Arrive at dawn or sunset to witness a fantasy-like swirl of colors and shadows. Zabriskie Point is also the starting point for the Badlands Loop, a popular hiking trail. Stop at Dante’s View, 5,475 feet (1,669 meters) high, which offers panoramic vistas across the Badwater Basin.

Experience the human side of Death Valley at the Harmony Borax Works, a long-abandoned town that once hosted a flourishing borax mining community. Learn more about the park’s original inhabitants and the Timbisha Shoshone American Indian tribe members who still inhabit the region.

Visiting Death Valley needs pre-planning. The Furnace Creek Visitor Center is the best starting point. There is a weekly fee to enter the park. The fantastical land that is Death Valley National Park receives some of the sun’s most blistering rays. Carry plenty of water and sunscreen when exploring.

The Ranch at Death Valley – Inside the Park

The Ranch at Death Valley – Inside the Park

2.5 out of 5
Highway 190, Death Valley, CA
Fully refundable
$179 nightly
The price is $198 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$198 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf resort in Death Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and a golf course. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,931 reviews)
"Considering the amount of people passing by, the dining offer is limited in quantity and quality"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

The Ranch at Death Valley – Inside the Park
Stovepipe Wells Village Hotel - Inside The Park

Stovepipe Wells Village Hotel - Inside The Park

3 out of 5
51880 California 190, Death Valley, CA
$193 nightly
The price is $217 total per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
$217 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Death Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Borax Museum and Mosaic Canyon are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (152 reviews)
"I find it remarkable that they are able to provide this level of service in such a remote and challenging geographic environment. Great job."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Stovepipe Wells Village Hotel - Inside The Park
The Inn at Death Valley – Inside the Park

The Inn at Death Valley – Inside the Park

4 out of 5
Highway 190, Death Valley, CA
$357 nightly
The price is $397 total per night from Sep 19 to Sep 20
$397 total
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Death Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
5 out of 5 for sure!
"An oasis for sure! From arrival to departure we were spoilt with the comfort, friendliness and helpfulness of the staff and accommodation! Wish we had booked and stayed for longer - will do so next time!"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

The Inn at Death Valley – Inside the Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
wifi/death valley/family-friendly/amargosa valley/4 bedroom

wifi/death valley/family-friendly/amargosa valley/4 bedroom

Amargosa Valley
Stay at this vacation home in Amargosa Valley. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Death Valley Stay with Fam
"The home is well appointed. Modern. Clean. Enjoyed basics in kitchen including coffee to pasta and cereal. We really appreciated the ability to do laundry. Gas station at casino (nearby) is convenient before heading back into Death Valley for the day and half the price than inside the NP. The house ..."

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2025

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Stump Springs Retreat - 3BR-2BA - Mini Golf - Near Death Valley

Stump Springs Retreat - 3BR-2BA - Mini Golf - Near Death Valley

Pahrump
Stay at this vacation home in Pahrump. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Lake View Executive Golf Course and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Clean, easy and entertaining!
"My family stayed here while touring Death Valley and had a wonderful time. The host was very easy to communicate with, the house was clean and comfortable and we even got to enjoy the indoor games and outdoor putt putt!"

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Stump Springs Retreat - 3BR-2BA - Mini Golf - Near Death Valley
Quiet 5 STAR ESCAPE-Death Valley-Prairie Fire-Spring Mountain

Quiet 5 STAR ESCAPE-Death Valley-Prairie Fire-Spring Mountain

Pahrump
Stay at this apartment in Pahrump. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Stage Stop Casino and Pahrump Valley Museum are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
"This is a very comfortable place - has everything I needed. Stayed nice and cool even with hottest temperatures outside. Quiet and private. Host was helpful. I'll stay again if in town."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Quiet 5 STAR ESCAPE-Death Valley-Prairie Fire-Spring Mountain
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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