BEST PLACES TO STARGAZE

Death Valley National Park harbors some of the darkest night skies in the United States. In 2013 it became the third unit in the U.S. National park System to receive the designation of a Gold Tier International Dark Sky Park.

During the fall, winter and spring you can enjoy ranger led astronomy programs. You can also choose to view the night sky on your own. With 3.4 million acres you cannot go wrong wherever you decide to stargaze. Popular locations include Harmony Borax Works, Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes, Badwater Basin, and Ubehebe Crater.

BEST PLACES TO EAT

Make sure to come prepared and have a plan. Some areas within the park can be hours from the nearest food services. View dining options here.

BEST PLACES TO STAY

Death Valley is a big place! It is also remote. Driving distances between sightseeing and lodging can be long. When picking a place to sleep, visitors should consider the location of the lodging and what parts of the park they want to visit. View lodging options here, or camping options here.

SERVICES

Limited services such as gas stations, restaurants, and small convenience stores can be found at Furnace Creek, Stovepipe Wells, and Panamint Springs. You can also find electric vehicle charging stations at Furnace Creek.

EXTEND YOUR TRIP

Death Valley is a vast national park with over three million acres of designated Wilderness and hundreds of miles of backcountry roads. The park contains an amazing variety of terrain, historic sites, plants and animals for outdoor adventurers to explore. It is your responsibility to leave no trace of your visit so everyone can enjoy Death Valley for generations to come.