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Furnace Creek Campground CLOSED for repairs.
The Furnace Creek Campground is closed during the spring and early summer season of 2012 for utility repairs. Texas Spring Campground will remain open for summer camping. More »
Kick Off Summer with a Free Trip to Death Valley NP
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Kick Off Summer with a Free Trip to Death Valley National Park Start summer off with a free visit to Death Valley National Park!The National Park Service is waiving all entrance fees on June 21 to celebrate the first day of summer. Enjoy a day at Mesquite Sand Dunes, or wind your way through Golden Canyon, or stay cool with a visit to Scotty's Castle. You can still enjoy hiking early in the day before the temperatures get too hot, or go to higher altitudes such as the Wildrose/Telescope Peak area or Charcoal Kilns later in the day. "The longest day of the year is the perfect time to take a short trip. Celebrate an extended Father's Day with Dad, the start of summer break with the kids, or a job well done with your favorite graduate," said National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis. "With 394 national parks across the country, you could opt to visit an old favorite or explore a new place. Find a reason to get outside and enjoy the extra sunshine at a national park near you." Additional fee free days in 2011 are National Public Lands Day (Saturday, September 24) and Veterans Day weekend (November 11-13). To help plan your trip, go to www.nps.gov/deva, or call 760-786-3200 for more information. |
Did You Know?
In 1929, no rain was recorded in Death Valley, California. From 1931 through 1934, a 40 month period, only 0.64 inches of rain fell. More...