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Death Valley National Park in California lies 290 miles Northeast of Los Angeles and 120 miles Northwest of Las Vegas. Death Valley National Park is the largest National Park in the United States with more than 3.4 million acres of land comprising of unique rock formations, canyons, sand dunes, salt flats, waterfalls, hot springs, high mountains, along with rare desert wildlife and sites of historical interest. Surrounded by high mountains, Death Valley contains the lowest point in the Western Hemisphere. The area includes Scotty's Castle, the grandiose home of a famous prospector, and other remnants of gold and borax mining. Death Valley was named by Dr. Samuel George in 1861.

Death Valley is one of the hottest and driest places in the world. The hottest recorded temperature in the Northern hemisphere occurred here near Badwater at 134 degrees F in 1913. Even though the National Park is open all year, winter is the best time to visit this park. Outdoor activities include Camping, Backcountry Roads, Hiking, Biking & Mountain Biking. Cell phones do not work in Death Valley. Telephones are located at the park resorts, contact stations, communities and museums.

Additional Information

Phone Numbers:

Daily weather report is available at: (760) 786-3200
Visitor Information Phone Number: (760) 786-3200
Personal Vehicle Entrance Fee: $20.00 for 7 Days

Tour Fees:
Scotty's Castle Living History: $11.00 per adult
Scotty's Castle Underground Myteries: $11.00 per adult
Please visit official website at nps.gov/deva/ for the latest information and updates.

Attractions close to the park:
Amargosa Opera House - miles
Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge - 40 miles
Goldwell Open Air Museum - 36 miles
Rhyolite Ghost Town - 37 miles