Scenic 395 - The Official Guide 2018/2019

2018-2019 Scenic 395 24 Pahrump and Death Valley D eath Valley contains millions of acres of wild and scenic land. Tucked into that sprawling landscape are more than a few tru- ly stunning sights, as outlined below. Badwater Basin Badwater is the site of the lowest place on land in North America, at 282 feet below sea level. The scene is much more than an elevation marker. Seeps create small pools of water that dramatically reflect the nearby black mountains. Telescope Peak, the highest point in Death Valley looms majestical- ly, 11,000 feet above and across the valley. Located 17 miles south of Furnace Creek. Dantes View Located at an elevation of 5,758 feet directly above the Badwater Basin is Dante’s View. This extremely scenic view spot provides vistas of almost all of Death Valley. One can look straight down to the Bad- water Basin and directly across to the Panamint Mountains and Tele- scope Peak. Far off to the west, are seen the Sierra Nevada Mountains, and to the east, numerous desert mountain ranges of Nevada. Located 25 miles east and south of Furnace Creek. The last few miles of road- way are steep and narrow. Zabriskie Point This viewpoint is accessed by a short drive and a steep short walk on a paved trail. The scene overlooks the beautifully eroded and color- ful hills referred to as the badlands. Telescope Peak can be seen in the distance as well as the soaring peaks of the Funeral Range. Zabriskie Point is a favorite of photographers, providing perfect opportunities at sunrise and sunset. Located 2 1/2 miles east of Furnace Creek. Golden Canyon Penetrating deep into Death Valley’s Black Mountains is aptly named Golden Canyon. Especially in the morning light, the canyon walls glow magically with a flaxen hue. Golden Canyon is a hike, but Continued on Page 25 DEATH VALLEY NATIONAL PARK PHOTO The sprawling Mesquite Sand Dunes, just outside of Stovepipe Wells Village. Stunning sights and scenes in Death Valley