What is the best time of year to visit Death Valley National Park?

Spring is the best time of year to visit Death Valley National Park. Temperatures in the park are warm, but don't hit the scorching heat of summer. In the spring after a rainy winter, desert wildflowers bloom and make a beautiful landscape.

How large is Death Valley National Park?

Death Valley National Park is 5,270 mi square miles, or 3,422,024 acres. This makes it the largest national park outside of Alaska. 93% of the park is officially designated wilderness, and the terrain ranges from salt flats to mountains with snow to sand dunes to oases.

What are the top things to do in Death Valley National Park?

Top things to do at Death Valley National Park include a visit to Badwater Basin, the lowest point in the Western hemisphere at 277 feet below sea level. Take Artist's Drive to see Artist's Palette and marvel at the multi-colored rocks. Also, check out the Racetrack, the sand dunes near Stovepipe Wells, and Ubehebe Crater among other sights.

Are pets allowed at Death Valley National Park?

Yes, pets are allowed at Death Valley National Park but there are limits to where they can be. Pets can be on roads, in campgrounds, in picnic areas, and in other developed areas of the park. They are not allowed on trails. Death Valley can get extremely hot and pets can not be left unattended in cars for their own safety.

Are there designated camping spots in Death Valley National Park?

Yes, there are designated camping spots at Death Valley National Park. Both Furnace Creek and Stovepipe Wells have RV hookup sites available, although they book up quickly. RVs under 25 feet long can camp at Mahogany Flats, Thorndike, and Wildrose Campgrounds. Some campgrounds are only open from fall to late spring and close during the extreme heat of summer.

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