{"id":"nps-deva","slug":"death-valley-national-park","name":"Death Valley National Park","designation":"National Park","category":"national-park","categoryLabel":"National Park","agency":{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov"},"managedBy":[{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov","unitCode":"DEVA","designation":"National Park","sourceId":"nps-deva"}],"states":["CA","NV"],"stateNames":["California","Nevada"],"location":{"lat":36.48753731,"lon":-117.134395},"bbox":[-118.0011,35.591,-116.2765,37.3495],"acres":{"value":3440174,"kind":"gis-estimate","source":"Computed from the simplified boundary","note":"Approximate. The managing agency publishes official acreage."},"firstProtected":null,"established":null,"administrations":[],"designationHistory":[],"summary":"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.","summarySource":"National Park Service","guide":{},"trConnection":null,"trConnections":[],"trTypes":[],"links":{"official":"https://www.nps.gov/deva/index.htm","social":{},"recreationGov":null,"alltrails":null,"alltrailsExplore":"https://www.alltrails.com/explore?b_tl_lat=37.3495&b_tl_lng=-118.0011&b_br_lat=35.591&b_br_lng=-116.2765","recreationGovSearch":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Death%20Valley%20National%20Park","directions":"http://www.nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/directions.htm"},"images":[{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/010A933C-95B1-CBCD-D6D64D47D5B81E76.jpg","title":"Sunset from Zabriskie Point","alt":"badlands bathed in pale pink and orange light from the setting sun","caption":"The warm light of sunset covers the badlands at Zabriskie Point.","credit":"Ronald Gaddis","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/65DDA8C1-A47E-F7C3-656E1533A0ECD4C0.jpg","title":"Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes","alt":"Low, warm light skims across pale sand dunes.","caption":"The Mesquite Dunes are known for dramatic shadows at sunrise and sunset, as ripples and edges in the dunes stand out in greater contrast.","credit":"NPS","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/66554888-93E6-9F50-CD5F4ECBE80624A0.jpg","title":"Salt Creek","alt":"In the foreground, a narrow stream curves through clumps of green grass and low shrubs.","caption":"Home to some of the most unique and fascinating fishes in the world – the pupfish!","credit":"NPS","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/674601B0-A3F7-04AC-B65EB4641F91F127.jpg","title":"Natural Bridge","alt":"A natural rock arch spans a narrow desert canyon. The viewer stands in deep shade beneath the arch.","caption":"A short walk up a canyon brings hikers to a natural rock bridge formation spanning the canyon.","credit":"NPS","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/011D09CC-B05F-EFA0-820E55431CFBE5FE.jpg","title":"Storm over the Salt Flats","alt":"white salt flats with dark gray clouds","caption":"Badwater Basin is the lowest point in North America at -282 feet.","credit":"NPS photo","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/84A6F4EF-9F8D-2784-0B3D03B4C5103EF8.jpg","title":"Desert Gold in Panamint Valley","alt":"Snowcapped mountains surrounded by bright blue skies and frames by gold wildflowers on a valley floo","caption":"Golden flowers cover a typically rocky and dry valley floor in the spring.","credit":"NPS","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C7EC929-1DD8-B71B-0B6F8851F7D62846.jpg","title":"Zabriskie Point","alt":"Morning light on the badlands below Zabriskie Point.","caption":"Zabriskie Point is a popular place to view sunrise over the badlands.","credit":"NPS Photo","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/660C4297-A13B-A9E3-06800572942AED0F.jpg","title":"Night Sky","alt":"A dark, jagged mountain ridge runs along the bottom edge. Above it, a dense river of stars.","caption":"With little light pollution, Death Valley National Park is an excellent place to view the Milky Way.","credit":"NPS","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/9EF01EC1-0081-A605-C9ABE1231197FF45.jpg","title":"Corkscrew","alt":"Rugged gray mountains rise over a brown desert landscape under a gray sky.","caption":"Sweeping views of mountains surround the valley.","credit":"NPS","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/016AF1A5-E794-213A-6016B3C10486CF7E.jpg","title":"Sunset at Dantes View","alt":"a sunset overlooking a valley filled with white salt","caption":"A mile above the salt flats in the valley below, Dantes View provides breathtaking vistas.","credit":"NPS / Jan Vanderlay","source":"NPS"}],"activities":["Astronomy","Stargazing","Biking","Mountain Biking","Road Biking","Camping","Backcountry Camping","Car or Front Country Camping","Canyoneering","Food","Flying","Golf","Guided Tours","Hiking","Backcountry Hiking","Front-Country Hiking","Horse Trekking","Living History","First Person Interpretation","Junior Ranger Program","Wildlife Watching","Birdwatching","Park Film","Museum Exhibits","Shopping","Bookstore and Park Store","Gift Shop and Souvenirs"],"topics":["Archeology","Asian American Heritage","Incarceration","Japanese-American Internment","Industry","Mining","Native American Heritage","Westward Expansion","The Gold Rush","Women's History","Animals","Birds","Fish","Tortoises and Turtles","Dunes","Foothills, Plains and Valleys","Fossils and Paleontology","Geology","Mountains","Night Sky","Astronomy","Scenic Views","Trails","Unique Species","Endangered","Wilderness"],"fees":[{"title":"Entrance - Private Vehicle","cost":"30.00","description":"All visitors, including Non-US residents, may purchase and utilize this entrance fee. Purchasing this entrance fee allows all persons traveling in one single private, non-commercial vehicle (car/truck/van/RV/aircraft) to leave and re-enter the park as many times as they wish during the 7-day period from the date of purchase."},{"title":"Entrance - Motorcycle","cost":"25.00","description":"All visitors, including Non-US residents, may purchase and utilize this entrance fee. Purchasing this entrance fee allows all persons traveling on 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles to leave and re-enter the park as many times as they wish during the 7-day period from the date of purchase."},{"title":"Entrance - Per Person","cost":"15.00","description":"All visitors, including Non-US residents, may purchase and utilize this entrance fee. Purchasing this entrance fee allows a single individual traveling on foot or individuals traveling on one bicycle to leave and re-enter the park as many times as they wish during the 7-day period from the date of purchase."},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Per Person","cost":"15.00","description":"1 - 15 Passenger Vehicle: $15 per person.\n\nIn addition to the entrance fees listed below, additional permits are required for commercial groups, special park uses (weddings, memorialization, group events, etc.), commercial film and photography, research, and more."},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus","cost":"100.00","description":"16 - 25 Passenger Vehicle: $100\n\nIn addition to the entrance fees listed below, additional permits are required for commercial groups, special park uses (weddings, memorialization, group events, etc.), commercial film and photography, research, and more."},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach","cost":"200.00","description":"26 + Passenger Vehicle: $200\n\nIn addition to the entrance fees listed below, additional permits are required for commercial groups, special park uses (weddings, memorialization, group events, etc.), commercial film and photography, research, and more."},{"title":"Entrance - Non-commercial Groups","cost":"15.00","description":"Non-commercial Groups (e.g., Scout groups, church groups, etc.) entering in a vehicle with a capacity of 16 persons or more are charged per-person for each person on board, not to exceed $200."},{"title":"Entrance - Education/Academic Groups","cost":"0.00","description":"National Park Service regulations allow school groups and other approved national and international academic institutions to obtain a waiver of Park entrance fees, provided that visit is for educational or scientific purposes, and the resources or facilities that the group intends to use, support those purposes. Submit your waiver through the link below at least one month prior to your visit."}],"passes":[{"title":"Annual Entrance - Park","cost":"55.00","description":"This pass allows all persons traveling with the pass holder in one single private, non-commercial vehicle (car/truck/van) or those on a motorcycle to leave and re-enter the park as many times as they wish for 12 months from the month of purchase."}],"hours":[{"name":"Death Valley National Park","description":"The park is open daily all year.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[]}],"directions":"There are multiple entrances to the park. Click below to learn the best ways to travel to Death Valley.","weatherInfo":"SPRING 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 scorching hot. AUTUMN arrives in late October, with warm but pleasant temperatures and generally clear skies. WINTER has cool days, chilly nights and rarely, rainstorms. With snow capping the high peaks and low angled winter light, this season is especially beautiful for exploring the valley.","contacts":{"phone":"7607863200","email":"deva_information@nps.gov"},"visitorCenters":[{"name":"Furnace Creek Visitor Center","description":"Furnace Creek Visitor Center is the central hub for all things Death Valley. Here you can pay the park entrance fee, speak with a ranger about trip plans or questions, participate in the Junior Ranger program, watch the 20-minute park film, explore museum displays, and browse the park bookstore.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/visit-the-furnace-creek-visitor-center.htm","lat":36.4617962761,"lon":-116.866672707},{"name":"Stovepipe Wells Ranger Station","description":"Talk with a ranger and pay the park entrance fee. Note: This is a contact station, not a full visitor center. Hours vary- not open every day. Please call: (760) 786-3200 for today's hours.","url":"","lat":36.6079778574,"lon":-117.144519695}],"campgrounds":[{"name":"Furnace Creek Campground","description":"Furnace 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 popular campground in the park, reservations are strongly recommended. From late-April through mid-October each year, the campground reduces to 41 sites and is first-come, first-served.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/furnace-creek-campground.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232496","sites":136},{"name":"Emigrant Campground","description":"The 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 additional fee. Located next to CA 190 at 2100' feet in elevation. This is a small campground with 10 sites southwest of Stovepipe Wells Ranger Station.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/emigrant-campground.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":10},{"name":"Stovepipe Wells Campground","description":"***Scheduled to open late October 2026. Check our Alerts and Conditions page for up-to-date information. Open seasonally, typically late fall through mid-to-late April. First-come, first-served campground located at sea level. Fee is paid at the pay station at the front of the campground. Campground is next to the Stovepipe Wells general store, ranger station, and a privately operated RV park. Guests are welcome to visit Stovepipe Wells Village to purchase pool/shower passes and use free hotel wifi.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/stovepipe-wells-campground.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":190},{"name":"Sunset Campground","description":"***Scheduled to open mid to late November 2026. Check our Alerts and Conditions page for up-to-date information. Open seasonally, typically late fall through mid-April. First-come, first-served, large campground that rarely fills. This location has little to no vegetation and is comprised of desert gravels. Car and tent camping is permitted. No picnic tables or fire rings. Campfires are not allowed in Sunset except at a few established community fire grates within the campground.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/sunset-campground.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":230},{"name":"Texas Springs Campground","description":"***Scheduled to open mid to late November 2026. Check our Alerts and Conditions page for up-to-date information. Typically open seasonally, late fall through mid-April. First-come, first-served campground located in the hills above Furnace Creek. Great views and some trees. No generators allowed. Each site has a fire grate and picnic table. Fee is paid at pay stations at the front of the campground and in upper loop.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/texas-springs-campground.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":106},{"name":"Wildrose Campground","description":"***No Potable Water Available in the Wildrose Area. Closest available water ~31 miles north at Stovepipe Wells, CA. First-come, first-served campground with no additional fee, high in the Panamint Mountains. Located at an elevation of 4100 ft / 1250 meters. No water. No hook-ups available. Generators allowed 7am - 7pm. This area is prone to high winds. Sites are dirt and gravel surrounded by mesquite bushes and rolling hills.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/wildrose-campground.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":23},{"name":"Mesquite Spring Campground","description":"First-come, first-served campground at an elevation of 1,800 feet, located 2 miles off of the Scotty’s Castle Road below Grapevine Canyon. It is a great base camp for your adventures in the northern parts of Death ValIey National Park. It is surrounded by desert mountains and geological features. Each site has a fire grate and picnic table. There are no hook-ups available. Fee is paid at the automatic pay station at the front of the campground.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/mesquite-spring-campground.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":40},{"name":"Thorndike Campground (Primitive)","description":"***No Potable Water Available in the Wildrose Area. Closest available water ~38 miles north at Stovepipe Wells, CA. First-come, first-served primitive, forested campground with no additional fee located at 7,400' elevation. Accessible to high clearance vehicles (no longer than 25') and 4x4 may be necessary. Closest available water ~38 miles north at Stovepipe Wells. May still be impacted by snowy/icy conditions in late spring.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/thorndike-campground.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":6},{"name":"Mahogany Flat Campground (Primitive)","description":"***No Potable Water Available in the Wildrose Area. Closest available water ~39 miles north at Stovepipe Wells, CA. First-come, first-served primitive campground with no additional fee located in a Pinyon Pine and Juniper forest at 8,200' elevation. Great views down into Death Valley. Located near the Telescope Peak trailhead. Dirt road access requires high-clearance vehicles, often 4x4 required. May still be impacted by snowy/icy conditions in late spring.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/mahogany-flat-primitive-campground.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":9},{"name":"Eureka Dunes Campground (Primitive)","description":"Remote 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 fragile and unique environment.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/eureka-dunes-campground-primitive.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":7},{"name":"Homestake Campground (Primitive)","description":"Extremely 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 location and no water available. Pack in all that you need, pack out all that you bring.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/homestake-campground-primitive.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":10},{"name":"Saline Valley Campground (Primitive)","description":"This is a clothing-optional hot spring area approximately 35 miles from the nearest paved road. A high-clearance vehicle and all-terrain tires are necessary to access this campground and road/weather conditions may necessitate 4-wheel drive. 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