Death Valley National Park

Common questions about Death Valley National Park

• Where is Death Valley National Park?

  Death Valley National Park is at Furnace Creek Visitor Center, Death Valley, CA 92328, California.

• What are the hours at Death Valley National Park?

  Typical hours: Park open 24/7; visitor center 8am–5pm. Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.

• What's Death Valley National Park like to visit on a family road trip?

  The lowest, hottest, driest place in North America. Badwater Basin sits 282 feet below sea level (the bottom of a salt flat that stretches to the horizon). Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes are the easiest dune-hike spot. Zabriskie Point at sunrise is the photo. Avoid June–August (regularly 120+ °F). October–April is the sweet spot. Furnace Creek visitor center has the air conditioning. 2 hrs from Las Vegas, 3 hrs from LA.

• Is Death Valley National Park family-friendly?

  Yes — Death Valley National Park earns a 4/5 family-friendly rating in our database. Older kids tend to enjoy it; little ones may get restless.

• How long should families plan to stay at Death Valley National Park?

  Most families spend an hour or two at Death Valley National Park, depending on kid stamina and weather.