https://www.nps.gov/deva News releases from Death Valley National Park. en-us https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2025-visitation.htm Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:14:00 EST Death Valley National Park welcomed more than 1.32 million visitors to the park in 2025. This was the park’s fourth-highest visitation year, despite extended closures of large sections of the park due to flash flood damage.  https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2025-visitation.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/accessibility-plan.htm Mon, 16 Mar 2026 02:00:00 EST The National Park Service is opening public comment on an evaluation of accessibility across Death Valley National Park. The “Accessibility Self‑Evaluation and Transition Plan” includes restrooms, walkways, interpretive exhibits, ranger programs, and other visitor services. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/accessibility-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/salt-creek-boardwalk-reopens.htm Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:49:00 EST Death Valley National Park is pleased to announce the reopening of Salt Creek Boardwalk, three and a half years after it was destroyed by flooding. This wheelchair-accessible trail provides easy access to view Salt Creek Pupfish. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/salt-creek-boardwalk-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/south-badwater-1-31-26.htm Sat, 31 Jan 2026 09:51:00 EST The National Park Service has reopened South Badwater Road as of Jan. 31 following months of closures due to extensive flash flood damage.  https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/south-badwater-1-31-26.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/timbisha-event.htm Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:56:00 EST Death Valley National Park, in partnership with the Timbisha Shoshone Tribe, will host a special event on Jan. 30 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Timbisha Shoshone Homeland Act. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/timbisha-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/eureka-dunes-2025-12-17.htm Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:51:00 EST Death Valley National Park is seeking the public’s help to identify the individuals responsible for illegal off-road driving on Eureka Dunes in Death Valley National Park on Dec. 17. More than five miles of unauthorized vehicle tracks caused significant damage to rare and sensitive desert plants. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/eureka-dunes-2025-12-17.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/pr-roads-12-22-2025.htm Mon, 22 Dec 2025 10:44:00 EST The National Park Service reopened several flood-damaged roads in Death Valley National Park in recent days. An upcoming storm may cause new road closures. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/pr-roads-12-22-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/press-release-scotty-s-tours-2026.htm Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:35:00 EST Public tours of Scotty’s Castle grounds will be available on select Sundays from January through March 2026. Scotty’s Castle, a historic district in Death Valley National Park, has been closed for 10 years while the National Park Service repairs extensive damage caused by a flash flood and a later fire. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/press-release-scotty-s-tours-2026.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/record-rainfall-in-death-valley-national-park.htm Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:09:00 EST Death Valley has experienced record-breaking rainfall, according to the National Weather Service. The wettest fall (Sept-November) measured 2.41 inches, and the wettest November on record measured 1.76 inches of rain. The November rain broke the previous record of 1.70 inches set in 1923. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/record-rainfall-in-death-valley-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/all-day-soaking-rain-closes-roads-in-death-valley-national-park.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:19:00 EST A storm on November 15, 2025, produced 0.6 inches of rain at Furnace Creek in Death Valley National Park. At just over a half of an inch, this is more than a quarter of the annual rainfall for Death Valley.   https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/all-day-soaking-rain-closes-roads-in-death-valley-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/visitor-spending-2024.htm Wed, 24 Sep 2025 20:00:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that 1,440,484 visitors to Death Valley National Park in 2024 spent $146 million in communities near the park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/visitor-spending-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flooding-2025-09-19.htm Thu, 18 Sep 2025 20:00:00 EST The remnants of Tropical Storm Mario brought significant rainfall to Death Valley National Park on the night of September 18, 2025. The following roads are closed due to storm damage: Badwater Road, North Highway, West Side Road, Twenty Mule Team Canyon, Cottonwood - Marble Roads, Mustard Canyon, and Keane Wonder Mine Road. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flooding-2025-09-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/gaoa-2025.htm Fri, 01 Aug 2025 04:34:00 EST As the 5th anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act approaches, residents and staff at Death Valley National Park are thrilled about an upcoming major overhaul of the park’s largest water and wastewater systems. To celebrate the Act’s anniversary, all National Park Service sites will offer free park entrance on Monday, August 4. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/gaoa-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-2025-07-29.htm Thu, 31 Jul 2025 06:56:00 EST Just 21 minutes after a magnitude 8.8 earthquake struck Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, waves were triggered nearly 4,000 miles away in Death Valley National Park. Biologists are not concerned about impacts on the endangered Devils Hole Pupfish. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-2025-07-29.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatal-single-vehicle-rollover.htm Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:23:00 EST A 46-year-old man from Death Valley died in a single-vehicle rollover in Death Valley National Park sometime before 5:30am on June 13. The accident occurred on CA-190 just east of North Highway.  https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatal-single-vehicle-rollover.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/tractor-trailer-fire-on-ca-190.htm Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:47:00 EST Early morning on June 19, a truck caught fire while descending Towne Pass on California Highway 190 within Death Valley National Park. The tractor trailer was traveling from Battle Mountain, NV, to Long Beach, CA. The tractor was destroyed by the fire. The driver protected the trailer by disconnecting it before the fire could spread. No injuries were reported. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/tractor-trailer-fire-on-ca-190.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2025-06-19.htm Sun, 15 Jun 2025 07:50:00 EST Entrance to Death Valley National Park will be free on June 19, 2025, in honor of Juneteenth National Independence Day. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2025-06-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/culverts-6-13-2025.htm Fri, 13 Jun 2025 07:35:00 EST Furnace Creek, a stream in Death Valley National Park, is now flowing further in its natural channel- thanks to a recent California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) project. The agency added three culverts under Highway 190 to increase driver safety by preventing water from ponding on the highway. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/culverts-6-13-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vehicle-fires-may-2025.htm Fri, 30 May 2025 16:56:00 EST Two separate vehicle fires occurred in Death Valley National Park in late May 2025, both of which were extinguished by quick-thinking bystanders using available tools. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vehicle-fires-may-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/summer-motorcycle-safety.htm Fri, 23 May 2025 08:58:00 EST Death Valley National Park is urging motorcycle riders to think twice before traveling by bike during the hottest months of the year. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/summer-motorcycle-safety.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2025-05-20.htm Wed, 21 May 2025 13:37:00 EST A tractor trailer crash on May 20, 2025 left the driver deceased, damaged a historic structure, and closed CA-190 for 22 hours. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2025-05-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dvnp-2025-04-25.htm Fri, 25 Apr 2025 07:24:00 EST Death Valley National Park and Federal Highway Administration have reopened Emigrant Canyon Road, a key high-elevation route that is a popular access point for cooler summer recreation. The road suffered heavy damage following a severe flash flood in August 2023. Temporary fixes allowed it to reopen after a few months but left it vulnerable to wear and tear and further flooding. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dvnp-2025-04-25.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/deva_2025-04-15.htm Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:04:00 EST Following a sudden population decline caused by two recent earthquakes, one of the world’s rarest fish – the Devils Hole pupfish – is on the path to recovery, according to a multi-agency team of biologists. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/deva_2025-04-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sar-2025-01-15.htm Sun, 19 Jan 2025 06:29:00 EST Park rangers successfully rescued a stranded hiker from a steep and unstable gully in Death Valley National Park on January 15, following a challenging evening operation. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sar-2025-01-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/eureka-dunegrass-incident.htm Mon, 13 Jan 2025 04:37:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) seeks help identifying the person or people who illegally drove on Eureka Dunes in late December or early January. The vehicles caused significant damage to rare plants that are listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/eureka-dunegrass-incident.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/planning-your-2025-trip.htm Tue, 07 Jan 2025 06:53:00 EST As 2025 begins, consider planning a visit to Death Valley National Park. Fee free days and good star-gazing periods can all be ideal times to plan a visit to the 5,000-square-mile desert park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/planning-your-2025-trip.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vehicle-fire-12-29-2024.htm Mon, 30 Dec 2024 10:58:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) and Beatty firefighters successfully extinguished a trailer fire in Death Valley National Park on December 29, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vehicle-fire-12-29-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/leaning-towers-straightened-in-saline-valley.htm Mon, 30 Dec 2024 04:11:00 EST Preservation specialists from the National Park Service are working to protect three historic wooden towers in Saline Valley. Additional work is planned for Tower #1, which was toppled in April 2024. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/leaning-towers-straightened-in-saline-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/emigrant-road-closed-01-06-2025.htm Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:59:00 EST Emigrant Canyon Road will close starting January 6 for road repairs. There will be no road access to Wildrose until early March 2025. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/emigrant-road-closed-01-06-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-seiche-2024-12-05.htm Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:44:00 EST Devils Hole in was shaken by an earthquake that happened 500 miles away. This impacted the only habitat of an endangered species of fish. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-seiche-2024-12-05.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fire-2024-11-21.htm Fri, 29 Nov 2024 11:41:00 EST A tractor-trailer carrying 44,000 pounds of dried chickpeas burned up in Death Valley National Park on November 21, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fire-2024-11-21.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/free-entrance-to-death-valley-national-park-on-veteran-s-day.htm Thu, 07 Nov 2024 10:22:00 EST In celebration of Veterans Day, Death Valley National Park will offer free entrance to all visitors on Monday, November 11. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/free-entrance-to-death-valley-national-park-on-veteran-s-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/chief-ranger-johnson.htm Fri, 27 Sep 2024 06:48:00 EST Death Valley National Park welcomes a new Chief Ranger. Philip Johnson will lead the Visitor and Resource Protection program, which includes law enforcement, fee collection, emergency medical services, structure fire response, and search and rescue in the 3,400,000-acre park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/chief-ranger-johnson.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/eleven-burros-found-dead.htm Wed, 11 Sep 2024 10:49:00 EST Eleven burros died in near Owls Hole Spring in Death Valley National Park. The cause of death is under investigation, but the National Park Service (NPS) suspects a harmful algae bloom was to blame. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/eleven-burros-found-dead.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2024-hottest-dv-summer.htm Thu, 05 Sep 2024 08:00:00 EST Death Valley National Park experienced the hottest meteorological summer (June-August) on record, with an average 24-hour temperature of 104.5°F (40.3°C). This surpasses the previous record of 104.2°F (40.1°C), set in 2021 and 2018. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2024-hottest-dv-summer.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/salt-creek-fonsi.htm Fri, 16 Aug 2024 15:12:00 EST The National Park Service completed the environmental review of plans to replace Salt Creek Boardwalk, which was destroyed by a flash flood. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/salt-creek-fonsi.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/panamint-butte-sar-2024-08-13.htm Fri, 16 Aug 2024 11:57:00 EST A Death Valley National Park resort employee was rescued on August 13, 2024 after becoming severely dehydrated while hiking Panamint Butte. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/panamint-butte-sar-2024-08-13.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vehicle-fire-2024-08-15.htm Fri, 16 Aug 2024 09:41:00 EST A soft drink delivery truck burned to the ground on CA-190 near Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes in Death Valley National Park on August 15, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vehicle-fire-2024-08-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vehicle-fire-2024-08-11.htm Tue, 13 Aug 2024 11:55:00 EST A fire destroyed a travel trailer in Death Valley National Park on August 11, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vehicle-fire-2024-08-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2024-08-01.htm Mon, 12 Aug 2024 12:26:00 EST A man died of heat exposure at Natural Bridge Trailhead on August 1, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2024-08-01.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/gaoa-2024.htm Mon, 05 Aug 2024 09:53:00 EST Death Valley National Park repaired three water system breaks during July 2024, which was the park’s hottest month on record. Fortunately, the Great American Outdoors Act will provide approximately $62 million next year to complete critical upgrades to the park's largest water and wastewater infrastructure systems, which are in the Furnace Creek area. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/gaoa-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hottest-month-in-death-valley-history.htm Fri, 02 Aug 2024 04:49:00 EST July, 2024 was the hottest month ever recorded in Death Valley https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hottest-month-in-death-valley-history.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vehicle-fire-7-21-2024.htm Tue, 23 Jul 2024 14:18:00 EST A car caught on fire at Dantes View in Death Valley National Park on Sunday, July 21, 2024. No one was hurt, but the vehicle was destroyed. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vehicle-fire-7-21-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/7-20-2024-sand-dunes.htm Tue, 23 Jul 2024 14:06:00 EST A man was rescued after suffering full-thickness burns on his feet at Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes in Death Valley National Park on Saturday, July 20, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/7-20-2024-sand-dunes.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatalities-2024-07-20.htm Tue, 23 Jul 2024 13:59:00 EST In unrelated incidents, two people died in Death Valley National Park on Saturday, July 20, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatalities-2024-07-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/medical-2024-07-19.htm Fri, 19 Jul 2024 12:04:00 EST Bystanders helped rescue a woman suffering from heat illness in Death Valley National Park on July 18. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/medical-2024-07-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vehicle-fire-7-15-2024.htm Thu, 18 Jul 2024 13:02:00 EST Multiple agencies responded to a truck fire on CA-190 in Death Valley National Park on Monday, July 15. The driver was uninjured, but the stake-bed truck was destroyed in the fire. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vehicle-fire-7-15-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/july-2024-heatwave.htm Mon, 15 Jul 2024 12:05:00 EST Death Valley National Park reached at least 125°F (51.7°C) for nine consecutive days, July 4-12, 2024. This was followed by a multiday power outage in part of the park during temperatures above 120°F. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/july-2024-heatwave.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/airplane-landing-2024-07-02.htm Sat, 13 Jul 2024 08:53:00 EST A small airplane made a successful emergency landing on a road in Death Valley National Park on July 2, 2024. There were no injuries. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/airplane-landing-2024-07-02.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/motorcycle-fatality-july-2024.htm Sun, 07 Jul 2024 08:52:00 EST A group of six motorcyclists experienced heat illness while traveling in extreme temperatures. One motorcyclist died, another was hospitalized, and four others were treated for heat illness. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/motorcycle-fatality-july-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fee-free-2024-06-19.htm Fri, 14 Jun 2024 13:34:00 EST Entrance to Death Valley National Park will be free on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 in honor of Juneteenth National Independence Day. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fee-free-2024-06-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2024-05-26-avina.htm Tue, 04 Jun 2024 11:07:00 EST Rigoberto “RJ” Avina died in a vehicle crash in Death Valley National Park on May 26. Avina had worked for the National Park Service for nearly 3 years but was not on duty at the time of the accident. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2024-05-26-avina.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fc-cc-fonsi.htm Fri, 31 May 2024 11:47:00 EST Safe and reliable water is essential in Death Valley National Park, often one of the hottest places on Earth. The Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) Legacy Restoration Fund is providing approximately $62 million to complete critical upgrades to the park's water and wastewater infrastructure. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fc-cc-fonsi.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sar-2024-05-10.htm Thu, 23 May 2024 04:43:00 EST Park rangers and law enforcement officers successfully rescued a woman May 10 after she left her tour group and spent a night out on a steep, loose ridge near Artists Drive. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sar-2024-05-10.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/salt-creek-boardwalk-public-comment-period.htm Wed, 22 May 2024 12:09:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) are one step closer to replacing Salt Creek Boardwalk. The agencies have funding to replace the boardwalk which was destroyed by a flash flood. The public has an opportunity to comment on the project before it proceeds. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/salt-creek-boardwalk-public-comment-period.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality_2024-05-19.htm Tue, 21 May 2024 15:16:00 EST A man died in Death Valley National Park on May 19, 2024 after suffering an apparent medical event while driving Artists Drive. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality_2024-05-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/salt-tram-tower-damaged.htm Mon, 13 May 2024 06:04:00 EST The National Park Service seeks information about recent damage to a historic salt tram tower in Saline Valley. It appears the 113-year-old tower was pulled over while a person used a winch to extract their vehicle out of deep mud. The damage happened sometime between April 1 and April 24, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/salt-tram-tower-damaged.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/truck-fire-4-26-2024.htm Mon, 06 May 2024 13:01:00 EST A tractor trailer carrying hazardous waste caught on fire in Death Valley National Park on April 26. Park rangers extinguished the fire before it reached the truck’s trailer, preventing a potential release of waste into the park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/truck-fire-4-26-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-spring-2024.htm Mon, 29 Apr 2024 05:00:00 EST Agency biologists are excited to report increased numbers of one of the world’s rarest fishes. Scientists counted 191 Devils Hole pupfish, which is the most fish observed during annual spring season counts in 25 years. This is good news for the critically endangered fish living in Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-spring-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-4-5-2024.htm Fri, 26 Apr 2024 12:57:00 EST A 66-year-old man from Gig Harbor, Washington died while hiking with his wife in Death Valley National Park on April 5. The man was about one mile up Mosaic Canyon Trail when he appears to have suffered an acute medical event. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-4-5-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/1-300-miles-of-roads-repaired.htm Fri, 26 Apr 2024 10:45:00 EST After eight months of intense work, National Park Service (NPS) employees in Death Valley National Park are celebrating the end of the emergency phase of flood repairs. Emergency repairs were done on several utilities and 1,323 miles of roads inside the park. Steel Pass and Wildrose Charcoal Kilns opened recently. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/1-300-miles-of-roads-repaired.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/historic-borax-wagon-lost-to-fire.htm Fri, 19 Apr 2024 04:13:00 EST A wooden wagon and three housing units were damaged or destroyed in two separate fires at a privately-owned resort within Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/historic-borax-wagon-lost-to-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/unpaved-roads-in-the-nevada-triangle-are-open.htm Tue, 02 Apr 2024 13:26:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) recently completed repairs after they were severely damaged and reopened the dirt roads in the “Nevada Triangle” of Death Valley National Park. The newly open roads are in the triangular shaped part of the park that runs into the state of Nevada, near Beatty, NV. These roads have been closed since August after they were damaged by flash floods caused by the remnants of Hurricane Hilary. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/unpaved-roads-in-the-nevada-triangle-are-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-to-launch-online-backcountry-permits-system-on-recreation-gov.htm Fri, 29 Mar 2024 04:25:00 EST Backcountry/Wilderness permits for popular road-side camping areas and backpacking routes will soon be available to reserve in advance online. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-to-launch-online-backcountry-permits-system-on-recreation-gov.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/spring-warmth-is-bringing-out-the-wildflowers.htm Mon, 25 Mar 2024 12:15:00 EST While a superbloom is not expected throughout Death Valley this year, some locations in the park such as Panamint Valley are blanketed with dense concentrations of bright wildflowers. One of the showiest flowers is desert gold, which has created brilliant patches of yellow blooms. Other wildflower hotspots include Ubehebe Crater and Dantes View. The park’s website has more information on wildflowers. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/spring-warmth-is-bringing-out-the-wildflowers.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-updated-campground-fees-go-into-effect-may-1-2024.htm Wed, 20 Mar 2024 05:55:00 EST Death Valley National Park will increase fees for developed campgrounds starting on May 1, 2024. Extensive public engagement followed by NPS review led to the determination that the park’s proposed updated campground fees were comparable to fees charged by similar nearby campgrounds. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-updated-campground-fees-go-into-effect-may-1-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/additional-382-miles-of-roads-reopened-in-death-valley.htm Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:09:00 EST Death Valley National Park has reopened 382 additional miles of roads damaged in August 2023 by the remnants of Hurricane Hilary. For over six months, teams have been working on environmental and archeological assessments, emergency repairs and other clean-up to get damaged areas open for the public to visit. This is in addition to the 195 miles of roads that reopened on March 9. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/additional-382-miles-of-roads-reopened-in-death-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2024-03-09.htm Sat, 09 Mar 2024 12:27:00 EST The NPS recently reopened 195 miles of roads in Death Valley National Park. Emigrant Canyon, West Side, Ibex, Saratoga, and Owlshead Roads had been closed since they were damaged by flash floods caused by the remnants of Hurricane Hilary. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2024-03-09.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/water-levels-are-lower-in-lake-manly.htm Mon, 04 Mar 2024 06:02:00 EST The temporary opportunity to kayak on Lake Manly has ended. An intense windstorm spread and evaporated the lake. It is no longer physically possible to boat in the lake. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/water-levels-are-lower-in-lake-manly.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2023-visitation.htm Tue, 27 Feb 2024 08:57:00 EST About 1.1 million people visited Death Valley National Park in 2023. Here’s a snapshot of the work behind the scenes that made those visits possible. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2023-visitation.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2024-dark-sky-festival.htm Fri, 16 Feb 2024 10:47:00 EST The Death Valley Dark Sky Festival will return Friday March 1 through Sunday March 3. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2024-dark-sky-festival.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/lake-manly.htm Fri, 16 Feb 2024 08:31:00 EST A temporary lake provided a rare opportunity to kayak in Death Valley during February 2024. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/lake-manly.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/atmospheric-river-feb2024.htm Thu, 08 Feb 2024 08:55:00 EST An atmospheric river caused a temporary setback in Death Valley National Park’s ongoing recovery from Hurricane Hilary. Most of the park’s primary roads have reopened. The rain enhanced the scenic temporary lake at Badwater Basin. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/atmospheric-river-feb2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/roads-1-19-2024.htm Fri, 19 Jan 2024 11:01:00 EST Two flood-damaged roads are reopening in Death Valley National Park: Keane Wonder Mine Road and Big Pine – Death Valley Road. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/roads-1-19-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/even-water-trucks-catch-on-fire.htm Fri, 19 Jan 2024 10:58:00 EST A semi-truck hauling bottled water caught on fire within Death Valley National Park on January 10.   https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/even-water-trucks-catch-on-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/mlk-2024.htm Fri, 12 Jan 2024 12:47:00 EST Entrance to Death Valley National Park will be free on Monday, January 15 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/mlk-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/beatty-cutoff-opening.htm Thu, 11 Jan 2024 06:00:00 EST Death Valley National Park will reopen Beatty Cutoff Road and Mesquite Spring Campground on Friday, January 12. These are the latest steps in the park’s recovery from massive flash floods caused by the remnants of Hurricane Hilary in August. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/beatty-cutoff-opening.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/furnace-creek-utility-project.htm Fri, 05 Jan 2024 10:27:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) seeks public comments on a proposed project to rehabilitate the water and wastewater systems in Furnace Creek and Cow Creek within Death Valley National Park. The NPS has funding from the Great American Outdoors Act to rehabilitate the park’s two largest water and wastewater systems. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/furnace-creek-utility-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/press-release-12-29-2023.htm Fri, 29 Dec 2023 07:56:00 EST Three vehicles illegally drove off road and got stuck in Death Valley National Park recently. The vehicles needed to be towed and the drivers were cited with mandatory court appearances. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/press-release-12-29-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/coyote-killed-12-25-2023.htm Fri, 29 Dec 2023 06:58:00 EST A coyote was struck by a car and killed on Christmas Day in Death Valley National Park. The coyote had been begging for food along Badwater Road near Golden Canyon for the preceding months. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/coyote-killed-12-25-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/power-outage-december-2023.htm Tue, 26 Dec 2023 08:31:00 EST A 65-hour power outage in Death Valley National Park ended at 10:00 am on Tuesday, December 26. The power outage impacted park visitors and 450 residents during the busy Christmas weekend. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/power-outage-december-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/additional-areas-of-death-valley-national-park-opening-12-23.htm Thu, 21 Dec 2023 08:45:00 EST On Saturday, Death Valley National Park will reopen 95 miles of flood-damaged roads. Pockets of wildflowers and cool temperatures make this an ideal time to visit the park.  https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/additional-areas-of-death-valley-national-park-opening-12-23.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/southern-backcountry-roads-open.htm Tue, 12 Dec 2023 10:30:00 EST On December 12, the National Park Service (NPS) announced that 60 additional miles of backcountry roads in the southern end of Death Valley National Park are now open. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/southern-backcountry-roads-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-eureka-valleys-open.htm Thu, 30 Nov 2023 13:52:00 EST Portions of Eureka Valley and Saline Valley opened on November 30. These are the most recent portions of Death Valley National Park to reopen after every road in the park was damaged by the remnants of Hurricane Hilary in August. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-eureka-valleys-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/echo-hole-in-wall-open.htm Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:54:00 EST Death Valley National Park continues to repair and reopen flood-damaged roads. Roadside camping is now available along Echo Canyon Road, Hole in the Wall Road, Cottonwood Canyon Road, Marble Canyon Road, and Greenwater Valley Road (aka Furnace Creek Wash Road). The free, mandatory camping permits are available at Furnace Creek Visitor Center, same day only. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/echo-hole-in-wall-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/titus-sar-11-18-2023.htm Tue, 21 Nov 2023 10:41:00 EST Two men were rescued by helicopter after they illegally drove on a closed road in Death Valley National Park. The National Park Service closed Titus Canyon Road temporarily due to hazardous conditions caused by flood damage. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/titus-sar-11-18-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/pr-2023-11-20.htm Mon, 20 Nov 2023 07:47:00 EST The southeast entrance to Death Valley National Park is now open. Badwater Road provides direct access from Shoshone, CA to the temporary lake at Badwater Basin. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/pr-2023-11-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/veterans-day-2023.htm Tue, 07 Nov 2023 14:15:00 EST Entrance to Death Valley National Park will be free on Veterans Day. A temporary shallow lake at Badwater Basin and an astronomy program make this an ideal time to visit. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/veterans-day-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/tractor-trailer-hauling-bees-rolled-over-west-of-towne-pass.htm Mon, 06 Nov 2023 11:45:00 EST A tractor trailer carrying beehives rolled over on CA-190 in Death Valley National Park on November 5, 2023. The driver and several emergency responders got stung by bees. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/tractor-trailer-hauling-bees-rolled-over-west-of-towne-pass.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/tc-caused-by-a-tarantula.htm Sun, 29 Oct 2023 11:22:00 EST A motorcycle hit a van that braked suddenly to avoid running over a tarantula. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/tc-caused-by-a-tarantula.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/beatty-entrance-to-open-11-1-2023.htm Fri, 27 Oct 2023 10:34:00 EST The National Park Service will reopen Mud Canyon Road and Daylight Pass on November 1, 2023. Daylight Pass connects Death Valley National Park to NV-374 and Beatty, NV. Only emergency repairs have been completed, so drivers need to use caution. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/beatty-entrance-to-open-11-1-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-will-partially-re-open-october-15.htm Fri, 13 Oct 2023 09:00:00 EST Death Valley National Park will partially reopen on Sunday, October 15. Visitors will be able enter the park via CA-190 from the west via Lone Pine or from the east via Death Valley Junction. All other park entrances will remain closed. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-will-partially-re-open-october-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/proposed-rate-changes-for-campgrounds-and-backcountry-permits.htm Mon, 25 Sep 2023 10:30:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public comments by October 25 on proposed fee changes for backcountry permits and campgrounds in Death Valley National Park. The NPS proposes to increase nightly campsite fees by $4 to $8. Some backcountry permits would become reservable in advance on Recreation.gov with a fee.   https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/proposed-rate-changes-for-campgrounds-and-backcountry-permits.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-and-ca-190-may-start-to-reopen-october-15.htm Wed, 13 Sep 2023 10:00:00 EST Caltrans and the National Park Service (NPS) announced that parts of State Route 190 (CA-190) and Death Valley National Park are tentatively scheduled to reopen on October 15. The only access into the park will be from the west via Lone Pine, CA. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-and-ca-190-may-start-to-reopen-october-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-remains-closed-due-to-damage-from-hilary-storm.htm Fri, 01 Sep 2023 03:52:00 EST Death Valley National Park remains closed, with no estimated reopening date. Crews are working to clear and repair roads. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-remains-closed-due-to-damage-from-hilary-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-remains-closed-all-visitors-evacuated.htm Wed, 23 Aug 2023 12:41:00 EST Death Valley National Park is still closed due to major flash flood damage. The park had its rainiest day ever on August 20, receiving more rain than it normally does in an entire year. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-remains-closed-all-visitors-evacuated.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-remains-closed-following-heavy-rains-and-flooding.htm Mon, 21 Aug 2023 07:58:00 EST Death Valley National Park remains closed after the remnants of Hurricane Hilary delivered a year's worth of rain in one day. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-remains-closed-following-heavy-rains-and-flooding.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-closed-due-to-active-flooding-turn-around-don-t-drown.htm Sun, 20 Aug 2023 10:58:00 EST Death Valley National Park closes due to flooding from Hurricane Hilary. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-closed-due-to-active-flooding-turn-around-don-t-drown.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-braces-for-flooding.htm Fri, 18 Aug 2023 11:33:00 EST Death Valley National Park will partially close in anticipation of heavy rains and flooding from Hurricane Hilary. The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch from Saturday, August 19 at 11:00 am and until Tuesday, August 22 at 5:00 am. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-braces-for-flooding.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/ira-stabilize-historic-mines.htm Wed, 16 Aug 2023 13:22:00 EST The NPS will use $1,600,000 from the Inflation Reduction Act to help preserve historic mining structures at Skidoo and Gem Mill in Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/ira-stabilize-historic-mines.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2023-08-10-vehicle-fire.htm Sun, 13 Aug 2023 07:57:00 EST A tractor trailer’s brakes caught on fire—twice--while descending CA-190 eastbound from Towne Pass on August 10 in the evening. The truck was saved from a complete loss to fire by a report from an off-duty National Park Service (NPS) employee and the response by Death Valley National Park’s rangers with a fire engine. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2023-08-10-vehicle-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/off-road-7-4-23.htm Tue, 01 Aug 2023 09:15:00 EST Two people got lost driving in Death Valley National Park on July 4, 2023, resulting in one of them being transported to a hospital for heat illness. The two men got their vehicle stuck in the salt flat after driving illegally almost a mile off road. Two Star Towing removed their vehicle from the salt flat on July 27, carefully using a skid steer to minimize additional off-road damage. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/off-road-7-4-23.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/gaoa-anniversary-8-4-2023.htm Tue, 01 Aug 2023 09:00:00 EST Entrance fees will be waived on Friday, August 4, 2023 at Death Valley National Park and all other National Park Service sites. This is the third anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA), which is making a huge difference in the protection and enjoyment of national parks and other public lands. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/gaoa-anniversary-8-4-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2023-07-22.htm Mon, 31 Jul 2023 09:14:00 EST A 26-year-old man from Costa Mesa, CA died in a single-vehicle rollover July 22, 2023 on CA-190 between Emigrant Junction and Stovepipe Wells. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2023-07-22.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-7-19-2023.htm Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:11:00 EST A man died at a trailhead in Death Valley National Park on Tuesday afternoon as temperatures soared to 121°F. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-7-19-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/press-release-2023-07-17.htm Wed, 19 Jul 2023 05:50:00 EST A tractor trailer crashed in Death Valley National Park on July 17, 2023 releasing emulsified asphalt. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/press-release-2023-07-17.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/burro-7-13-2023.htm Thu, 13 Jul 2023 06:56:00 EST National Park Service officials are investigating the death of five burros that were discovered shot and killed in Death Valley National Park https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/burro-7-13-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/celebrating-latino-conservation-week.htm Mon, 10 Jul 2023 09:59:00 EST Friends of the Inyo, Death Valley National Park, the Bureau of Land Management, and other conservation organizations will kick off the Latino Conservation Week celebration with an event on July 15 in Bishop, CA. “Naturaleza, Conectividad y Crédito” (“Nature, Connectivity and Credit”) is a free, bilingual event to share the best ways to access and enjoy public lands. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/celebrating-latino-conservation-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-7-3-2023.htm Wed, 05 Jul 2023 09:39:00 EST A 65-year-old man from the San Diego, CA area was found dead in his vehicle in Death Valley National Park on the morning of July 3, 2023. Extreme heat appears to have caused his death. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-7-3-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/eastern-sierra-federal-lands-job-fair.htm Thu, 01 Jun 2023 05:01:00 EST Join us at a job fair in the Eastern Sierra to learn about exciting interagency career opportunities. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/eastern-sierra-federal-lands-job-fair.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-road-5-25-2023.htm Thu, 25 May 2023 11:01:00 EST Badwater Road reopened on May 25 after NPS employees moved dirt and rocks off the road and filled in unsafe drop-offs on road edges. “Turn around, don’t drown” during flash floods. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-road-5-25-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/truck-fire-5-17-2023.htm Fri, 19 May 2023 07:07:00 EST Firefighters from the National Park Service and Southern Inyo Fire Protection District responded to a truck fire on Highway 190 just outside the east boundary of Death Valley National Park on May 17. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/truck-fire-5-17-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/public-comment-for-utility-improvements-in-death-valley.htm Wed, 17 May 2023 05:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has funding from the Great American Outdoors Act to rehabilitate the water and wastewater systems at Furnace Creek and Cow Creek in 2024. The NPS is seeking public feedback on this project proposal. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/public-comment-for-utility-improvements-in-death-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/illegal-marijuana-grow-site-cleaned-up.htm Tue, 16 May 2023 13:30:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and partners recently removed trash and dangerous chemicals left behind from an illegal marijuana grow site operation in Jail Canyon in Death Valley National Park. Jail Canyon has reopened to public visitation now that the safety closure has been lifted. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/illegal-marijuana-grow-site-cleaned-up.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-5-6-2023.htm Wed, 10 May 2023 12:00:00 EST A 73-year-old man from Las Vegas, NV died in a motorcycle crash in Death Valley National Park around 10:50 am on May 6, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-5-6-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/bat-bite.htm Wed, 03 May 2023 14:05:00 EST A woman was bitten by a bat with rabies and a coyote was struck by a car recently. Park rangers are reminding the public not to touch, handle, or feed wildlife. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/bat-bite.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fee-free-day-4-22-2023.htm Wed, 19 Apr 2023 08:27:00 EST Death Valley National Park will join national park sites around the country in kicking off National Park Week with free entrance to the park on Saturday, April 22, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fee-free-day-4-22-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/cashless.htm Wed, 12 Apr 2023 04:37:00 EST The NPS will only accept credit or debit card payments for camping and entrance fees in Death Valley National Park starting June 1, 2023. This will save $40,000 in cash-handling expenses, which will be redirected to benefit the visiting public. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/cashless.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-sar-3-24-2023.htm Mon, 27 Mar 2023 12:18:00 EST Park rangers were dispatched to Badwater Basin in Death Valley National Park around 2:30 am on the morning of March 24, 2023 to look for a woman reported missing by her companions. The woman returned around 8:20 am after hiking to a road and hitchhiking. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-sar-3-24-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/new-exhibit-shares-stories-of-lesser-known-women.htm Wed, 08 Mar 2023 08:05:00 EST A new exhibit supported by The Fund for People in Parks and Death Valley Natural History Association in the Furnace Creek Visitor Center tells the histories of several determined and inspiring women who long ago lived in the Death Valley area and influenced the future national park and surrounding desert. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/new-exhibit-shares-stories-of-lesser-known-women.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/destination-death-valley.htm Tue, 07 Mar 2023 08:51:00 EST National Park Service selects Destination Death Valley to operate visitor services at Stovepipe Wells Village https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/destination-death-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/visitation-2022.htm Mon, 27 Feb 2023 10:49:00 EST Over 1,100,000 people visited Death Valley National Park last year. People can find solitude by choosing when to visit, and where to hike. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/visitation-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/mud-canyon-2-22-2023.htm Wed, 22 Feb 2023 12:17:00 EST Mud Canyon Road and Racetrack Road recently reopened. Both roads were closed since August 2022 due to flash flood damage. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/mud-canyon-2-22-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-seeks-public-input-on-salt-creek-boardwalk-replacement.htm Tue, 21 Feb 2023 08:47:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public input on the proposed replacement of Salt Creek Boardwalk Trail in Death Valley National Park by March 25, 2023. The NPS is planning this project in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-seeks-public-input-on-salt-creek-boardwalk-replacement.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dark-sky-festival-2023-successful.htm Fri, 17 Feb 2023 10:12:00 EST Clear skies, telescopes, and engaging speakers combined for a stellar experience at this year’s Dark Sky Festival in Death Valley National Park. The programs had a total attendance of 5,568. Many people stayed for all three days and enjoyed multiple programs. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dark-sky-festival-2023-successful.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/north-hwy-2-9-23.htm Fri, 10 Feb 2023 08:13:00 EST In one more flood recovery step, North Highway opened on February 9, 2023. In spite of last summer's historic rainfall and flooding, there is no 'superbloom' forecasted. Come anyway! https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/north-hwy-2-9-23.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sars-2023-02-05.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2023 13:21:00 EST NPS staff assisted hikers in two separate incidents on February 5, 2023. Park rangers carried a woman with a broken leg out of Mosaic Canyon and located a man who had separated from his group on Wildrose Peak Trail. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sars-2023-02-05.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/telescope-peak-sar-2023-02-01.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2023 10:17:00 EST Two hikers were rescued by helicopter from Telescope Peak Trail in Death Valley National Park on February 1, 2023, after sliding downhill in icy conditions. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/telescope-peak-sar-2023-02-01.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatalities-01-13-2023.htm Wed, 25 Jan 2023 02:04:00 EST An elderly husband and wife from Las Vegas, Nevada were found dead in Death Valley National Park on January 13, 2023, according to law enforcement officials. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatalities-01-13-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dark-sky-festival-2023-pr.htm Fri, 20 Jan 2023 06:14:00 EST The annual Death Valley Dark Sky Festival will take place February 10-12, 2023. Explore the wonders of space from one of the darkest locations in the United States. Join scientists and park rangers to learn about the cosmos and how Death Valley National Park has been used as an analog for the exploration of distant worlds. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dark-sky-festival-2023-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/free-entrance-mlk-day-2023.htm Wed, 11 Jan 2023 03:42:00 EST Death Valley National Park will join National Park Service (NPS) sites around the country in celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with free entrance to the park. Entrance fees will be waived for all visitors on Monday, January 16, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/free-entrance-mlk-day-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/bighorn-sheep-study.htm Tue, 20 Dec 2022 13:14:00 EST GPS collars will help produce the most accurate picture of the location, movement, and size of desert bighorn herds in Death Valley to date. They will also provide real time monitoring of how bighorn sheep respond to challenges like disease, human activities, and climate change. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/bighorn-sheep-study.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2022-12.htm Mon, 12 Dec 2022 10:28:00 EST On December 3, 2022, a 54-year-old man was found dead after falling while canyoneering alone in Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2022-12.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-road-shoshone-entrance.htm Thu, 08 Dec 2022 05:42:00 EST Badwater Road and CA-178 opened on December 7. This provides direct access to Death Valley National Park from Shoshone, CA via the park’s southeast entrance. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-road-shoshone-entrance.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/cottonwood-canyon-and-marble-canyon-reopen.htm Thu, 01 Dec 2022 12:35:00 EST Death Valley National Park opened Cottonwood Canyon and Marble Canyon roads on Wednesday, November 23. The National Park Service (NPS) road crew re-established these backcountry roads after damage by flash floods this summer. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/cottonwood-canyon-and-marble-canyon-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/towne-pass-section-of-ca-190-open.htm Sun, 13 Nov 2022 06:33:00 EST Towne Pass section of CA-190 is now open to all vehicles. This provides access from the west into Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/towne-pass-section-of-ca-190-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/echo-canyon.htm Wed, 09 Nov 2022 06:44:00 EST Hole in the Wall Road and Echo Canyon Road reopened on November 9. The NPS road crew re-established these backcountry roads after they had been partially erased by flash floods. A free permit is now required to camp along these backcountry roads. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/echo-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/veterans-day-2022.htm Tue, 08 Nov 2022 11:18:00 EST Veterans and Gold Star Families are eligible for a new, free lifetime pass to national parks. Everyone has free entrance to Death Valley National Park on November 11, 2022 to honor Veterans Day https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/veterans-day-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/beatty-cutoff-open.htm Mon, 07 Nov 2022 10:26:00 EST Daylight Pass and Beatty Cutoff Roads opened on November 7, 2022. This provides access from Beatty, Nevada into Death Valley National Park. Standard passenger cars can use the road, but drivers should be cautious due to short gravel sections. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/beatty-cutoff-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/stovepipe-wells-fonsi.htm Thu, 03 Nov 2022 14:00:00 EST The NPS has released its decision in the Environmental Assessment of proposed improvements in Stovepipe Wells and surrounding areas. The proposed actions include upgrades and changes to utilities, roads, parking areas, campgrounds, and buildings. The original proposal to remove Stovepipe Wells Airstrip was not included in the decision document. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/stovepipe-wells-fonsi.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/10-12-2022.htm Wed, 12 Oct 2022 12:20:00 EST As temperatures cool, Death Valley National Park is opening campgrounds. The National Park Service (NPS) and Caltrans are making progress reopening flood-damaged roads. Free permits will be required for overnight camping along the park’s most popular backcountry roads and trails. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/10-12-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-fall-2022.htm Thu, 29 Sep 2022 06:02:00 EST Agency biologists are excited to report increased numbers of one of the world’s rarest fishes. Scientists counted 263 Devils Hole pupfish, which is the most they’ve observed in 19 years. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-fall-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2022-09-22.htm Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:10:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) opened parts of Badwater Road and Wildrose late afternoon on September 21, 2022. Many roads are still closed, leaving no road connecting the eastern and western parts of the park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2022-09-22.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/9-19-2022.htm Wed, 21 Sep 2022 14:20:00 EST In a surprising quirk of geology, Monday’s magnitude 7.6 earthquake in Mexico triggered four-foot-tall waves in Devils Hole. Video footage of the “desert tsunami” is available here. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/9-19-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flooding-2022-09-13.htm Wed, 14 Sep 2022 10:39:00 EST Another round of storms impacted roads in the Death Valley region on September 13, 2022. The National Park Service (NPS) has some updated estimates for roads to reopen. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flooding-2022-09-13.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hurricane-kay.htm Sun, 11 Sep 2022 08:29:00 EST Remnants of Hurricane Kay caused localized, heavy damage in Death Valley National Park on September 10, 2022. CA-190 is closed from CA-136 junction to Stovepipe Wells Village. Badwater Road is fully closed. Many other park roads are still closed from floods five weeks ago. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hurricane-kay.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/aug-5-rainiest-day.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2022 13:10:00 EST Death Valley National Park received 1.70 inches of rain on August 5, 2022, making this the Park's rainiest day on record. Meanwhile, some roads remain closed while repairs continue. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/aug-5-rainiest-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flood-status-8-19-2022.htm Fri, 19 Aug 2022 10:48:00 EST Additional storms on August 16 and 18 mean that Badwater Road and Dantes View Road may not open on August 20 as previously scheduled. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flood-status-8-19-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/atmp-completed.htm Fri, 19 Aug 2022 06:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) completed an air tour management plan for Death Valley National Park on August 19, 2022. The plan establishes measures to protect park resources including natural and cultural resources, preservation of wilderness character, and visitor experience. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/atmp-completed.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/popular-sites-in-death-valley-publicly-reopen-on-august-20.htm Thu, 18 Aug 2022 08:26:00 EST Death Valley National Park's most popular sites will reopen to the public on Saturday, Aug. 20 – just two weeks after a historic flood unleashed massive, record-setting rainfall and caused millions of dollars in damage to roads and facilities. Several park roads remain closed so visitors should plan ahead and not rely on GPS. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/popular-sites-in-death-valley-publicly-reopen-on-august-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/access-to-panamint-valley-open-most-of-death-valley-closed.htm Wed, 10 Aug 2022 08:14:00 EST State Route 190 is open to the western portion of Death Valley National Park. The road remains closed from the Trona/Wildrose Junction in Panamint Valley through Death Valley Junction. Additional areas are expected to open no earlier than August 19 as work to clear debris and repair roads continues https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/access-to-panamint-valley-open-most-of-death-valley-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/state-route-190-closure-extended.htm Mon, 08 Aug 2022 11:31:00 EST State Route 190 will remain closed through at least August 17 as Caltrans maintenance crews continue to clean up after last week’s flash floods. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/state-route-190-closure-extended.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-experiences-1-000-year-rain-event.htm Sun, 07 Aug 2022 09:25:00 EST Rain this weekend was a historic event, with nearly a year’s worth of rain falling in three hours. The 1.46 inches of rain recorded at Furnace Creek is still preliminary data, and mere drops away from the all-time record of 1.47 inches. The rain caused widespread damage and closure of all park roads. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-experiences-1-000-year-rain-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-roads-closed-damage-being-assessed.htm Sat, 06 Aug 2022 06:01:00 EST Following yesterday’s wide-spread storm damage, Death Valley National Park roads remain closed. Hard work from road crews allowed visitors who were previously unable to leave the area hotels to be able to carefully drive out with law enforcement escorts. Highway 190 is expected to reopen between Furnace Creek and Pahrump by Tuesday. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-roads-closed-damage-being-assessed.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-announces-closure-due-to-flooding.htm Fri, 05 Aug 2022 10:21:00 EST On August 5, 2022, unprecedented amounts of rainfall caused substantial flooding within Death Valley National Park. All roads into and out of the park are currently closed and will remain closed until park staff can assess the extensiveness of the situation. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-announces-closure-due-to-flooding.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/visitor-spending-2021.htm Thu, 30 Jun 2022 11:18:00 EST Death Valley National Park’s visitors spent $104 million in surrounding Nevada and California communities in 2021, according to a new National Park Service (NPS) report. The ripple effects of that direct spending boosted the local economy by $135 million and supported 1,228 jobs. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/visitor-spending-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/toma-a-share-the-experience-winner.htm Wed, 22 Jun 2022 14:02:00 EST Marissa Toma took the winning photograph of Death Valley National Park, which was honored in the “Fan Favorite” category of the Share the Experience contest. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/toma-a-share-the-experience-winner.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2022-06-14.htm Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:07:00 EST Park visitors found the body of David Kelleher on June 14, 2022. Kelleher appears to have been walking from Zabriskie Point toward Furnace Creek after running out of gas. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2022-06-14.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2022-06-01.htm Thu, 02 Jun 2022 12:55:00 EST Searchers located the body of John McCarry (69, from Long Beach) on June 1. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2022-06-01.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/concessions-prospectus.htm Sat, 21 May 2022 08:12:00 EST Death Valley National Park has issued a prospectus for a concession contract business opportunity. The Concessioner will operate lodging, food and beverage, retail, fuel sales, and other visitor services at Stovepipe Wells Village. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/concessions-prospectus.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/burro-gather-april-2022.htm Fri, 22 Apr 2022 06:57:00 EST The National Park Service will be working with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to gather non-native burros from remote areas of Death Valley National Park from April 25 through mid-May 2022. Visitors to Death Valley National Park may experience traffic delays of up to 4 hours on a limited number of remote, unpaved roads during helicopter operations. Travel on the park’s paved roads will not be affected. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/burro-gather-april-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-2022-count.htm Tue, 12 Apr 2022 08:47:00 EST Devils Hole pupfish, one of the world's rarest fishes, had the highest spring population count in 22 years. This comes on the 50th anniversary of population counts using SCUBA. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-2022-count.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fee-free-april-16-2022.htm Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:29:00 EST Entrance fees waived for national parks on April 16th, as National Park Week begins. Summer heat is starting, with campground closures. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fee-free-april-16-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/mormon-peak.htm Sat, 09 Apr 2022 13:43:00 EST Death Valley National Park seeks public input on a right-of-way permit application for continued operation and maintenance of an existing microwave relay facility on Mormon Peak. Without this communications relay facility, there would be no landline or cell phone connection in the park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/mormon-peak.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/visitation-2021.htm Thu, 17 Feb 2022 13:11:00 EST Death Valley National Park welcomed 1,146,551 visitors in 2021. This was about two-thirds of the park’s highest visitation level, set in 2019. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/visitation-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatal-vehicle-collision-2-10-2022.htm Mon, 14 Feb 2022 05:15:00 EST A single-vehicle collision on CA-190 in Death Valley National Park on February 10, 2022 resulted in the driver's death and serious injuries for the passenger. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatal-vehicle-collision-2-10-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/single-vehicle-collision-2-8-2022.htm Thu, 10 Feb 2022 12:59:00 EST A driver died in a single-vehicle traffic collision off Emigrant Canyon Road on February 8, 2022 https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/single-vehicle-collision-2-8-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/stovepipe-wells-ea-public-comment-period.htm Fri, 28 Jan 2022 09:22:00 EST The NPS invites the public to comment on an Environmental Assessment (EA) of proposed actions at Stovepipe Wells and surrounding areas. The proposed actions include upgrades and changes to utilities, roads, parking areas, campgrounds, an airstrip, and buildings. The public comment period closes February 28, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/stovepipe-wells-ea-public-comment-period.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/free-entrance-01-17-2022.htm Thu, 13 Jan 2022 12:34:00 EST Entrance fees will be free at all National Park Service sites on Monday, January 17, 2022 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/free-entrance-01-17-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/motorcycle-accident-2022-01-08.htm Mon, 10 Jan 2022 03:16:00 EST A motorcyclist died after crashing into an embankment on CA-190 west of Stovepipe Wells on January 8, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/motorcycle-accident-2022-01-08.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/gold-hill-mill-eeca.htm Fri, 19 Nov 2021 09:56:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) seeks public feedback on a proposal to remove contaminated soils from Gold Hill Mill in Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/gold-hill-mill-eeca.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-at-mesquite-flat-sand-dunes.htm Tue, 09 Nov 2021 09:44:00 EST A 27-year-old woman died while hiking at Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes on Saturday, November 6, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-at-mesquite-flat-sand-dunes.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/navy-super-hornet-crash.htm Tue, 05 Oct 2021 10:21:00 EST An F/A-18F Super Hornet crashed in Death Valley National Park, California, at approximately 3 p.m. , October 4, 2021. The pilot was treated for minor injuries at Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, and released later that night. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/navy-super-hornet-crash.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/furnace-creek-thermometer-10022021.htm Fri, 01 Oct 2021 05:13:00 EST Improvements to the Furnace Creek Thermometer include a celsius display and a mosaic of iconic park locations. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/furnace-creek-thermometer-10022021.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-weather-station.htm Wed, 08 Sep 2021 11:26:00 EST The National Park Service and National Weather Service announce that a new automated weather monitoring station is now operational at one of the most unique locations on the planet, Badwater Basin. The public can view the new weather station’s data online. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-weather-station.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hiker-fatality-08212021.htm Tue, 24 Aug 2021 06:40:00 EST A second hiker fatality along Golden Canyon Trail occurred within the past week. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hiker-fatality-08212021.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hiker-fatality-august-2021.htm Sat, 21 Aug 2021 05:35:00 EST On Wednesday, August 18, 2021, Mr. Lawrence Stanback, 60, of San Francisco, California, died while hiking near Red Cathedral along the Golden Canyon Trail in Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hiker-fatality-august-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/california-arizona-ask-public-help-bats.htm Fri, 20 Aug 2021 10:54:00 EST Results from monitoring work this spring suggest that Pseudogymnoascus destructans (Pd), the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome (WNS) in bats, may be present in samples collected from multiple species in five counties across California and northwestern Arizona. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/california-arizona-ask-public-help-bats.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/free-entrance-8-4-2021.htm Sun, 01 Aug 2021 09:31:00 EST Death Valley National Park will be free to enter on Wednesday, August 4, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/free-entrance-8-4-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/atmp-comments.htm Thu, 29 Jul 2021 12:28:00 EST The National Park Service and the Federal Aviation Administration are seeking public feedback on a draft Air Tour Management Plan for Death Valley National Park. This plan would apply only to commercial sightseeing flights, not to personal pilots or military aircraft. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/atmp-comments.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hiker-fatality.htm Thu, 29 Jul 2021 07:28:00 EST Douglas Branham passed away while hiking across Badwater salt flats. He was found on July 28, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hiker-fatality.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2021-07-07-car-crash.htm Wed, 07 Jul 2021 05:59:00 EST On Monday, July 5 an individual died in a single vehicle traffic accident along CA 190 in Death Valley National Park. For an unknown reason, the driver and solo occupant traveled off the roadway on the dirt shoulder. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2021-07-07-car-crash.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/june-2021.htm Fri, 02 Jul 2021 09:21:00 EST Death Valley National Park had its hottest June on record this year, with an average day/night temperature of 102.8°F. The normal average June temperature is 95.0°F, for records extending back to 1912. Every June for the past decade has exceeded this average. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/june-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scotty-s-castle-fire-report-inconclusive.htm Thu, 24 Jun 2021 09:02:00 EST The fire investigation concluded that the fire started inside the Visitor Center, but was not able to determine the cause. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scotty-s-castle-fire-report-inconclusive.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/castle-photographs-online.htm Mon, 24 May 2021 12:32:00 EST The National Park Service has posted 568 historic Scotty’s Castle photos online. The website includes snapshots that chronicle the desert escapades of Scotty, the Johnsons, their friends, and their families. The collection includes series of photographs taken from the same location over time that chronicles the nine years of construction in the 1920s. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/castle-photographs-online.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-sar-may-2021.htm Fri, 14 May 2021 11:18:00 EST A multiagency search in Saline Valley for Robert Wildoner (76) was scaled back on May 14, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-sar-may-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/public-notice-2021.htm Tue, 11 May 2021 05:03:00 EST Our water system failed to monitor as required for drinking water standards during the past year and, therefore, was in violation of the regulations. Even though this failure was not an emergency, as our customers, you have a right to know what you should do, what happened, and what we did to correct this situation. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/public-notice-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dangerous-marijuana-grow-site-discovered-in-jail-canyon.htm Fri, 30 Apr 2021 13:21:00 EST Park rangers recently discovered a large, illegal marijuana grow site in Death Valley National Park. The site of approximately 40 acres was spotted in Jail Canyon, a rarely-visited canyon on the western side of the Panamint Mountains. Jail Canyon is temporarily closed for public safety reasons until park rangers can fully evaluate the area. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dangerous-marijuana-grow-site-discovered-in-jail-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2021-04-22-scottys-fire.htm Thu, 22 Apr 2021 13:37:00 EST A fire destroyed the historic garage and damaged a second historic outbuilding at Scotty’s Castle on Thursday morning, April 22. The historic district in Death Valley National Park has been closed for ongoing repair work after extensive flood damage in 2015. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2021-04-22-scottys-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/explosion-in-stovepipe-wells.htm Mon, 08 Mar 2021 12:56:00 EST A loud explosion rocked Stovepipe Wells Resort around 4:30am on Monday, March 8, 2021. The blast damaged concession employee housing. The resort in central Death Valley National Park is still providing full public services. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/explosion-in-stovepipe-wells.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/visitation-2020.htm Fri, 26 Feb 2021 09:20:00 EST About 820,000 people visited Death Valley National Park in 2020. This was about half the number of people that visited the park the previous year. Breaking down the figures by season illustrates the impact of the coronavirus pandemic over time. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/visitation-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-in-deimos-canyon.htm Mon, 01 Feb 2021 07:06:00 EST An experienced canyoneer died in a rockslide in Deimos Canyon on January 30, 2021. Safety hazards remain in the canyon. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-in-deimos-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/accidental-death-at-saline-valley-warm-springs.htm Fri, 15 Jan 2021 00:01:00 EST Inyo County Sheriff’s Office and the National Park Service report an accidental death of a man at Saline Valley Warm Springs on December 20, 2020. Donald Vanneman III was a 63-year-old resident of San Francisco. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/accidental-death-at-saline-valley-warm-springs.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/spw-plan.htm Sun, 22 Nov 2020 20:42:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) seeks feedback on proposed projects near Stovepipe Wells in Death Valley National Park. The NPS intends to increase and enhance recreation opportunities, improve vehicle and pedestrian safety, update utilities and infrastructure, rehabilitate historic buildings, and reduce impacts to park resources. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/spw-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/veterans-and-5th-graders-free-entry.htm Mon, 09 Nov 2020 04:47:00 EST Veterans, Gold Star families, and 5th-grade students can visit Death Valley National Park and many other federal lands for free, under a new Department of the Interior policy. Everyone is welcome to visit the park for free on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 in honor of Veterans Day. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/veterans-and-5th-graders-free-entry.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/peak-named-after-endangered-pupfishes.htm Wed, 04 Nov 2020 11:11:00 EST Earlier this year, the Domestic Names Committee of the U.S. Board on Geographic Names voted unanimously to approve the proposal to name a peak after the Devils Hole pupfish and Ash Meadows Amargosa pupfish. At 4,355 feet in elevation, the previously un-named Pupfish Peak is a high point in an area known as Devils Hole Hills on land managed by the Bureau of Land Management. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/peak-named-after-endangered-pupfishes.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scotty-s-castle-5-years.htm Thu, 15 Oct 2020 11:02:00 EST It has been five years since a flash flood devastated historic structures and utilities at Scotty’s Castle. The National Park Service (NPS) has completed several projects, but reopening is still about two years away. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scotty-s-castle-5-years.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/campgrounds-2020-10-15.htm Tue, 13 Oct 2020 06:30:00 EST Fall temperatures signal the start of camping season in Death Valley National Park. Texas Springs, Sunset, and Stovepipe Wells Campgrounds will open on October 15, 2020. At that point, all 762 individual campsites in the park will be open. The park’s five campsites for large groups remain closed. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/campgrounds-2020-10-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2020-10-11.htm Mon, 12 Oct 2020 13:04:00 EST A suspect has been arrested for a fatal shooting that occurred in Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-2020-10-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/summer-2020-heat-records.htm Tue, 22 Sep 2020 13:08:00 EST Over the summer of 2020, numerous heat records were broken, as the park experienced what may be some the hottest days ever recorded on Earth. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/summer-2020-heat-records.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hiker-fatality-september-2020.htm Thu, 17 Sep 2020 10:12:00 EST A hiker was found, deceased, in the badlands near Zabriskie Point; 123 degree heat that day was a likely factor. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hiker-fatality-september-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-increases-fire-restrictions.htm Fri, 11 Sep 2020 05:25:00 EST Due to high fire danger, Death Valley National Park is increasing fire restrictions and prohibiting all campfires and most other uses of open flame within Death Valley National Park effective Saturday, September 12th. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-increases-fire-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/4-8-magnitude-earthquake-reported-in-death-valley-national-park.htm Wed, 19 Aug 2020 11:58:00 EST At approximately 10:32 this morning, a reported 4.8 magnitude earthquake rattled Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/4-8-magnitude-earthquake-reported-in-death-valley-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/record-heat-at-death-valley.htm Mon, 17 Aug 2020 08:44:00 EST Yesterday at 3:41 PM PDT (Sunday, August 16, 2020), a temperature of 130°F was recorded at Furnace Creek in Death Valley National Park. If verified, this will be the hottest temperature recorded on Earth in over one hundred years. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/record-heat-at-death-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/military-crash-one-year-later.htm Fri, 31 Jul 2020 05:30:00 EST One year ago today, a Navy jet crashed near Rainbow Canyon, killing the pilot and injuring several visitors who were viewing the aircraft training at low altitudes through the canyon. Over the last year, park and Navy officials have worked together to pay tribute to the pilot and remove debris from the area. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/military-crash-one-year-later.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/phased-reopening.htm Fri, 26 Jun 2020 05:30:00 EST Beginning Friday, June 26, 2020, the park will reopen roadways, trail heads, and some campgrounds. Visitor centers and other facilities remain closed. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/phased-reopening.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/nps-california-wildfire-utility-collaboration.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2020 08:23:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has issued permits to Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and Southern California Edison (SCE) to perform wildfire prevention activities in 12 California national park units through a new public-private partnership that focuses on protecting park resources and streamlining communication between the NPS and utilities. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/nps-california-wildfire-utility-collaboration.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vandal-apologized.htm Mon, 20 Apr 2020 11:26:00 EST A man has confessed to marking multiple sites in Death Valley National Park with "Steve & Lacy" graffiti. Charges are pending. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/vandal-apologized.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/rangers-seek-assistance-identifying-vandal.htm Tue, 14 Apr 2020 08:03:00 EST Park Rangers seek the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect who marked multiple locations in Death Valley National Park with "Steve & Lacy" graffiti. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/rangers-seek-assistance-identifying-vandal.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/recovery-2020-04-05.htm Mon, 06 Apr 2020 13:27:00 EST On April 4, 2020, hikers found a deceased man below Manly Beacon. His body was recovered the following day by Inyo County Search and Rescue, park rangers, and California Highway Patrol. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/recovery-2020-04-05.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/closure-april-4-2020.htm Sat, 04 Apr 2020 06:17:00 EST Effective Saturday, April 4, 2020, Death Valley National Park will be closed to all park visitors until further notice. California State Highway 190 and Daylight Pass will remain open for pass through traffic. Park rangers remain on duty protecting the parks, and normal rules and regulations continue to apply. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/closure-april-4-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm Sat, 21 Mar 2020 13:18:00 EST Death Valley National Park, in response to Executive Order N-33-20 issued by the Governor of the State of California and the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), is announcing additional modifications to operations to support federal, state, and local efforts to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm Wed, 18 Mar 2020 09:34:00 EST Death Valley National Park is announcing modifications to operations to implement the latest guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), and local and state authorities to promote social distancing. As of March 18, 2020, all visitor centers are closed, ranger led programs cancelled, and the following campgrounds are closing today and tomorrow: Emigrant, Mesquite Springs, Texas Springs, Furnace Creek, Sunset and Stovepipe Wells. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/naturalization-ceremony-march-13-2020.htm Fri, 06 Mar 2020 07:18:00 EST Death Valley National Park will be hosting a Naturalization Ceremony on March 13, 2020 at 11:00 am at the Mission Gardens of The Inn at Furnace Creek. Everyone is invited to attend this special event. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/naturalization-ceremony-march-13-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/public-invited-to-comment-on-death-valley-s-ohv-grant-application.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2020 13:05:00 EST Death Valley National Park seeks public comments on a preliminary grant proposal to prevent illegal off-road driving in the park and to restore damage already done. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/public-invited-to-comment-on-death-valley-s-ohv-grant-application.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2019-visitation.htm Thu, 27 Feb 2020 13:32:00 EST A record 1,740,945 people visited Death Valley National Park in 2019. The desert park’s visitation has more than doubled in the past ten years. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2019-visitation.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/open-house-for-death-valley-ohv-grant.htm Wed, 12 Feb 2020 12:01:00 EST Death Valley National Park is applying for grant funding to address damage done by off-road driving and to prevent off-road driving in the park. National Park Service staff seek the public’s ideas and comments at an open house on February 18, 2020 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Furnace Creek Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/open-house-for-death-valley-ohv-grant.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/successful-sar-in-cottonwood-canyon.htm Tue, 11 Feb 2020 12:19:00 EST This was a successful rescue of a backpacker on a multi-day trip who fell while descending into a side canyon west of the main Cottonwood Canyon route, suffering a severe lower extremity injury. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/successful-sar-in-cottonwood-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/celebrate-dark-skies-in-death-valley-february-21-23.htm Tue, 28 Jan 2020 11:18:00 EST Death Valley National Park will be hosting the Death Valley Dark Sky Festival, February 21-23, 2020. Everyone is invited to attend this night sky and science festival. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/celebrate-dark-skies-in-death-valley-february-21-23.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fee-free-1-20-2020.htm Thu, 16 Jan 2020 11:05:00 EST Death Valley National Park will waive entrance fees on Monday, January 20, 2020 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fee-free-1-20-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/traffic-collision-12-30-2019.htm Thu, 02 Jan 2020 12:40:00 EST Five people were injured in a two-car collision on December 30, 2019. This was the fourth major traffic collision in recent weeks, which resulted in a total of 11 injured park visitors and one fatality. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/traffic-collision-12-30-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/ems-2019-12-20.htm Mon, 23 Dec 2019 13:41:00 EST Seven people were injured and one woman died in a head-on collision east of Death Valley National Park on CA-190. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/ems-2019-12-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sar-2019-12-19.htm Mon, 23 Dec 2019 13:30:00 EST National Park Service rangers and Naval Air Station China Lake worked together to rescue a man who injured his leg in a motorcycle crash east of Mengel Pass in Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sar-2019-12-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/cbc-2019.htm Wed, 11 Dec 2019 12:31:00 EST Death Valley National Park invites the public to a fun day outdoors counting birds on Saturday, December 21. All skill levels are welcome for this opportunity to meet new people and learn about birds while contributing to a citizen-science effort continuing for over a hundred years. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/cbc-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/coyote-fatally-struck-by-vehicle.htm Wed, 27 Nov 2019 10:35:00 EST A coyote that habitually approached cars died after being struck by a vehicle on Artists Drive in Death Valley National Park on November 26. This adult female coyote was just the most recent casualty of human-coyote interactions in the park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/coyote-fatally-struck-by-vehicle.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/studying-bighorn-sheep.htm Wed, 27 Nov 2019 09:43:00 EST National Park Service biologists have questions about desert bighorn sheep in Death Valley National Park: How many sheep are there? How healthy are they? How can they best be protected? Research and monitoring going on now should help provide answers. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/studying-bighorn-sheep.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/salt-creek-opens.htm Mon, 25 Nov 2019 06:46:00 EST Salt Creek Boardwalk and all campgrounds are now open in Death Valley National Park. However, visitors should be aware of severe winter weather forecasted for Thanksgiving week. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/salt-creek-opens.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/campgrounds-opening-11-14-19.htm Thu, 07 Nov 2019 10:23:00 EST Stovepipe Wells and Texas Springs Campgrounds will open on November 14, 2019. At that point, all of Death Valley National Park’s 785 front-country campsites will be open. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/campgrounds-opening-11-14-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/veterans-day-2019-fee-free-day.htm Thu, 07 Nov 2019 08:52:00 EST Park entrance fees are waived November 11, 2019 and five dates in 2020. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/veterans-day-2019-fee-free-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-valley-warm-springs-public-meeting.htm Mon, 04 Nov 2019 10:36:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) staff will host a public meeting on November 17, 2019 at 1:00pm to give an update about and discuss timelines for the recently completed Saline Valley Warm Springs Final Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-valley-warm-springs-public-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/20-mule-team-reenactment-visits-death-valley.htm Sun, 03 Nov 2019 11:16:00 EST Twenty mules will pull replica borax wagons through Death Valley National Park in a rare public reenactment on November 8 and 9, 2019. Several partners are working together to create this event, which culminates two weeks of special events in the park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/20-mule-team-reenactment-visits-death-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/25th-anniversary-press-release.htm Mon, 28 Oct 2019 12:17:00 EST Death Valley National Park is waiving park entrance fees on Saturday, November 2 in celebration of its 25th birthday. There will be public events throughout the day. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/25th-anniversary-press-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sunset-campground-opens-2019.htm Mon, 14 Oct 2019 11:00:00 EST Death Valley National Park is opening Sunset Campground on October 15, 2019. Ten of the park’s twelve campgrounds are now open. Texas Springs Campground and Stovepipe Wells Campground will remain closed until sufficient temporary National Park Service employees can be hired to keep them maintained. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sunset-campground-opens-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flood-4-years.htm Fri, 11 Oct 2019 14:49:00 EST Repairs at Scotty’s Castle are progressing as the four-year anniversary of the flood approaches. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flood-4-years.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/25th-anniversary.htm Tue, 08 Oct 2019 08:01:00 EST Death Valley National Park is hosting special programs and events in celebration of the park’s 25th birthday October 26 –November 2. On November 2, the park will waive entrance fees. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/25th-anniversary.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/life-saved-by-cpr-and-aed.htm Wed, 02 Oct 2019 13:16:00 EST Visitors, park rangers, and Mercy Air combined efforts to successfully save a man’s life after an apparent cardiac emergency in Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/life-saved-by-cpr-and-aed.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/entrance-fees-waived-9-28-2019.htm Mon, 23 Sep 2019 08:58:00 EST Death Valley National Park and all National Park Service areas will waive entrance fees on National Public Lands Day, which is Saturday, September 28, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/entrance-fees-waived-9-28-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/second-fatality-in-three-days.htm Fri, 30 Aug 2019 14:52:00 EST A woman was found deceased south of Badwater on August 27, 2019. This was the second fatality in the park in three days. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/second-fatality-in-three-days.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/traffic-collision-fatality-8-25-2019.htm Tue, 27 Aug 2019 08:03:00 EST A single-vehicle traffic collision along CA-190 in Death Valley National Park resulted in the death of the driver on August 25, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/traffic-collision-fatality-8-25-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/entrance-fees-waived-8-25-2019.htm Tue, 20 Aug 2019 12:31:00 EST Death Valley National Park’s standard entrance fees will be waived on Sunday, August 25. This fee waiver is being done to encourage people to visit national parks on the National Park Service’s 103rd birthday. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/entrance-fees-waived-8-25-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-valley-s-chicken-strip-airfield-authorized.htm Mon, 19 Aug 2019 06:16:00 EST Saline Valley’s “Chicken Strip” Airfield is now officially authorized, as of August 19, 2019. This legally sanctions the long-established use of this backcountry airstrip https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-valley-s-chicken-strip-airfield-authorized.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fa-18-crash.htm Thu, 01 Aug 2019 04:06:00 EST A F/A-18 military plane crashed in Death Valley National Park's Rainbow Canyon on July 31. The pilot was killed and seven park visitors had minor injuries. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fa-18-crash.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/the-oasis-at-death-valley-offers-free-electric-vehicle-charging.htm Fri, 12 Jul 2019 12:53:00 EST Thanks to a partnership with the National Park Foundation, National Park Service (NPS), the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), and BMW of North American, six electric vehicle (EV) charging stations have been installed at The Oasis at Death Valley to serve visitors to Death Valley National Park. Currently the charging stations are free and powered by The Oasis at Death Valley’s onsite solar field. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/the-oasis-at-death-valley-offers-free-electric-vehicle-charging.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/record-of-decision-for-the-saline-valley-warm-springs-plan.htm Mon, 17 Jun 2019 12:22:00 EST The Record of Decision (ROD) for the Saline Valley Warm Springs Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement (plan/EIS) was signed on June 14, 2019. The Record of Decision outlines the National Park Service’s actions for managing visitor use, natural resources, cultural resources, and facilities at this backcountry site. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/record-of-decision-for-the-saline-valley-warm-springs-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2018-economic-benefits-to-death-valley-s-local-communities.htm Fri, 24 May 2019 08:56:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 1,678,000 visitors came to Death Valley National Park in 2018 and spent over $140 million in Inyo County and Southern Nevada communities. Despite the partial government shutdown over the December holidays, those numbers are both records and up from 1,294,000 visitors spending $107 million the previous year. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2018-economic-benefits-to-death-valley-s-local-communities.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/rogers-peak-fonsi.htm Fri, 17 May 2019 16:50:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has completed an Environmental Assessment (EA) of proposed additions and modifications to telecommunications infrastructure on Rogers Peak in Death Valley National Park. Major requested additions are a cell tower and a military radome. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/rogers-peak-fonsi.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hay-truck-fire.htm Fri, 17 May 2019 07:13:00 EST Daylight Pass Road in Death Valley National Park reopened on May 15 after being closed for several days due to a commercial vehicle that caught on fire. Commercial trucks are prohibited on park roads, and park rangers are concerned about safety hazards posed by frequent violations of this restriction. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hay-truck-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/land-purchases.htm Tue, 14 May 2019 00:09:00 EST The National Park Service has purchased 680.8 acres of private land within Death Valley National Park’s borders. From salt flats to mountain tops, the lands are a stunning addition to the Park’s cultural and geological history. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/land-purchases.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-valley-warm-springs-plan-finalized.htm Fri, 10 May 2019 05:00:00 EST The National Park Service announced on May 10 that it has finalized the Saline Valley Warm Springs Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement (plan/EIS). The document outlines the agency’s plan for managing visitor use, natural resources, cultural resources, and facilities at this backcountry site. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-valley-warm-springs-plan-finalized.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/celebrate-earth-day-national-park-week-in-death-valley-national-park.htm Fri, 05 Apr 2019 08:06:00 EST Death Valley National Park will host a variety of programs April 14-22 for Earth Day and National Park Week. One of 419 national park sites, Death Valley is 3.4 million acres, the largest national park in the contiguous United States. Biologists and park rangers will present programs about wildlife, plants, geology, astronomy and more. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/celebrate-earth-day-national-park-week-in-death-valley-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scotty-s-castle-fonsi.htm Fri, 05 Apr 2019 06:03:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has completed its final environmental reviews of proposed projects to repair flood damage at Scotty’s Castle. Meanwhile, work has already started on projects approved earlier. The popular historic site could be partially open by late 2020 and is expected to be fully open by late 2021. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scotty-s-castle-fonsi.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-pupfish-population-reaches-136.htm Wed, 03 Apr 2019 13:32:00 EST One of the world’s rarest fish species, the Devils Hole pupfish, has reached a population of 136 observable fish. This high spring season population count follows years of substantially lower spring population counts, which triggered concerns over the chances of survival of this critically endangered fish. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-pupfish-population-reaches-136.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sourdough_spring_plan_approved.htm Thu, 28 Mar 2019 09:02:00 EST The National Park Service has approved a plan of operations that includes diversion and use of up to 470 gallons of water per day from Sourdough Spring, within Death Valley National Park, for use at Keystone Mine, outside the park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sourdough_spring_plan_approved.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-3-23-19.htm Mon, 25 Mar 2019 11:26:00 EST A man died on March 23, 2019 while canyoneering in Death Valley National Park. Matthew Yaussi (41), of Glendale, California, was rappelling down a 380-foot cliff when he fell to his death. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-3-23-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dingell-act.htm Wed, 20 Mar 2019 12:48:00 EST The John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act transferred 35,000 acres of land to the park, added 88,000 acres of wilderness in the park, designated Surprise Canyon Creek as a Wild River, and authorizes an already-existing telecommunications site on Mormon Peak. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dingell-act.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dhdt-fatality-report.htm Sun, 17 Mar 2019 08:03:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) Serious Accident Investigation Team (SAIT) has completed its examination into the accidental death of NPS volunteer Tom Jaskulski in March 2018. Jaskulski, a long-time Death Valley National Park volunteer, died while completing a routine fitness swim test to recertify as an NPS diver. The Riverside County Coroner determined Jaskulski’s fatality was natural, and the cause was cardiovascular disease. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dhdt-fatality-report.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2018-visitation.htm Wed, 06 Mar 2019 09:36:00 EST Death Valley National Park’s visitation has doubled in the past 9 years and increased by 30% over the past year. Visitation is relatively steady year-round. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2018-visitation.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/celebrate-dark-skies-in-death-valley-march-1-3.htm Thu, 14 Feb 2019 02:30:00 EST Death Valley National Park will be hosting the Death Valley Dark Sky Festival, March 1st-3rd, 2019. Everyone is invited to attend this free night sky and space science festival. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/celebrate-dark-skies-in-death-valley-march-1-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/rogerspeakcommentsextended.htm Tue, 05 Feb 2019 03:10:00 EST The public has extra time to comment about proposed telecommunications infrastructure on Death Valley’s Rogers Peak. Due to disruptions from the 5-week government shutdown, the National Park Service has extended the public comment opportunity through February 25. The proposed changes would increase the area’s cellular service and affect some views. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/rogerspeakcommentsextended.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/back-open-assessing-shutdown-impacts.htm Fri, 01 Feb 2019 11:44:00 EST A week after the longest government shutdown on record ended, services are back to normal in Death Valley National Park. Park staff are still assessing the government shutdown’s impacts, but preliminary reports of human waste, trash, vandalism, and impacts to wildlife are disturbing. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/back-open-assessing-shutdown-impacts.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/shutdown-over.htm Sat, 26 Jan 2019 03:50:00 EST After January 25’s continuing resolution to fund the federal government, the full staff of Death Valley National Park are happy to be back at work serving the American people and welcoming visitors. It will take staff some time to reopen all facilities and provide normal services again. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/shutdown-over.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-to-restore-accessibility-and-resume-limited-visitor-services.htm Wed, 16 Jan 2019 06:14:00 EST Death Valley National Park announced today that some recently closed areas of the park will once again be accessible to visitors in the coming days. Some visitor services, including campgrounds and the Stovepipe Wells Contact Station, will also reopen using revenue generated by recreation fees. Visitors should go to the park website at nps.gov/deva while planning their trip to get the latest information on accessibility and available services. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-to-restore-accessibility-and-resume-limited-visitor-services.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/facilities-open-thanks-to-donations.htm Sun, 30 Dec 2018 09:50:00 EST Death Valley Natural History Association, The Oasis at Death Valley, and Death Valley Lodging Company have donated funds or services to operate some facilities in Death Valley National Park during the partial government shutdown. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/facilities-open-thanks-to-donations.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/crowds-visit-during-shutdown.htm Sun, 23 Dec 2018 13:05:00 EST Large numbers of people are visiting Death Valley National Park this week in spite of the limited services due to the partial government shutdown. The Oasis at Death Valley, Stovepipe Wells Resort, and Panamint Springs resort are privately operated and are remaining fully open with lodging, camping, fuel, and restaurants available. Most roads and hiking areas in Death Valley National Park remain accessible to the public. Emergency and rescue services are limited. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/crowds-visit-during-shutdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/public-input-sought-on-rogers-peak-environmental-assessment.htm Fri, 14 Dec 2018 03:48:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) seeks public input on proposals to construct and operate telecommunications infrastructure on Rogers Peak, located in Death Valley National Park’s Panamint Mountains. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/public-input-sought-on-rogers-peak-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/christmas-bird-count-2018.htm Tue, 11 Dec 2018 13:28:00 EST Death Valley National Park invites the public to a fun day outdoors counting birds on Friday, December 21. All skill levels are welcome for this opportunity to meet new people and learn about birds while contributing to a citizen-science effort continuing for over a hundred years. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/christmas-bird-count-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/pupfishsentence.htm Thu, 25 Oct 2018 15:01:00 EST An Indian Springs, Nevada, felon who fired a shotgun at the Devils Hole gate padlock, destroyed a surveillance camera and equipment, and harmed endangered pupfish will be serving time behind bars. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/pupfishsentence.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/burros-to-new-homes.htm Fri, 12 Oct 2018 09:50:00 EST Burros from Death Valley National Park are headed towards sanctuaries and adoptive homes, through a major project the nonprofit Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue starts on October 15, 2018. This project takes care of individual burros, allows native habitats to recover, and is funded entirely by donations. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/burros-to-new-homes.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-pupfish-population-reaches-high.htm Wed, 10 Oct 2018 07:12:00 EST Wildlife biologists have good news to report about one of the world’s rarest fishes. Scientists counted 187 Devils Hole pupfish, which is the most they’ve observed in fifteen years. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-pupfish-population-reaches-high.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/mosaic-canyon-road-closed-for-upgrades.htm Tue, 09 Oct 2018 12:00:00 EST Death Valley National Park’s Mosaic Canyon Road is closed through June 30, 2019. The temporary closure is necessary due to safety concerns during a construction project on to increase the capacity of the Stovepipe Wells water system. The project includes excavating trenches and a large pit, and placing water pipes and a large tank. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/mosaic-canyon-road-closed-for-upgrades.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/chickenstriprulemaking.htm Thu, 20 Sep 2018 04:15:00 EST Death Valley National Park’s Chicken Strip is famous among recreational pilots for its dramatic desert scenery and the challenges it poses to small plane pilots. However, the landing strip’s ongoing use is a non-enforced violation of National Park Service (NPS) regulations. Now the NPS seeks public input on a proposed regulation that would change that, officially sanctioning use of the airstrip in Saline Valley. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/chickenstriprulemaking.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-to-host-scotty-s-castle-flood-recovery-tours.htm Tue, 18 Sep 2018 09:57:00 EST Death Valley National Park and Death Valley Natural History Association are offering a limited number of opportunities to visit Scotty’s Castle to see the flood damage and learn about repairs. Scotty’s Castle has been closed since a massive flood on October 18, 2015 caused extensive damage to utilities, buildings, and Bonnie Clare Road. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-to-host-scotty-s-castle-flood-recovery-tours.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/keystonemineea.htm Thu, 13 Sep 2018 09:35:00 EST The operators of a gold mine located just outside Death Valley National Park’s western border have proposed modifications to their plan of operations. Most of the proposed changes relate to mining activities on lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), but the plan also includes modifications to the mine’s piping of water from Sourdough Spring within the park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/keystonemineea.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hottest-month-in-hottest-place.htm Wed, 01 Aug 2018 04:40:00 EST Known as the hottest place on Earth, Death Valley National Park just experienced its hottest month on record: 108.1⁰F. If that doesn’t sound hot to you, realize that is the average temperature for the month, including overnight lows. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hottest-month-in-hottest-place.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-2018.htm Fri, 27 Jul 2018 12:39:00 EST On July 23-25, ninety-nine of the world’s toughest long-distance runners participated in the legendary Badwater 135. Even by Death Valley’s standards, this year’s ultramarathon was hot. The annual summer race is widely recognized as “the world’s toughest foot race.” Extreme athletes from 22 countries and 22 American states faced off in a grueling 135-mile non-stop run from Death Valley National Park to Whitney Portal, CA in scorching temperatures. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-near-panamint-butte.htm Fri, 20 Jul 2018 10:20:00 EST A lone hiker died from a fall while hiking on a hot day in Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatality-near-panamint-butte.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devil-hole-3rd-guilty-plea.htm Wed, 18 Jul 2018 11:01:00 EST A man who rammed his ATV into a gate securing the Devils Hole area, destroyed a surveillance camera and equipment, then harmed pupfish, an endangered species, pleaded guilty today in federal court. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devil-hole-3rd-guilty-plea.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/indian-springs-man-pleads-guilty-to-violation-of-endangered-species-act-and-destruction-of-property-at-death-valley-s-devils-hole.htm Wed, 18 Jul 2018 10:20:00 EST An Indian Springs, Nevada, man who rammed his ATV into a gate securing the Devils Hole area, destroyed a surveillance camera and equipment, then harmed pupfish, an endangered species, pleaded guilty today in federal court, announced U.S. Attorney Dayle Elieson for the District of Nevada and Superintendent Mike Reynolds for Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/indian-springs-man-pleads-guilty-to-violation-of-endangered-species-act-and-destruction-of-property-at-death-valley-s-devils-hole.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scotty-s-castle-update.htm Thu, 28 Jun 2018 05:35:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has received funding and permits to move ahead with several major projects to repair Scotty’s Castle. A flash flood on October 18, 2015 severely damaged the road, utilities, and historic buildings at Scotty’s Castle. The NPS has temporarily closed the area to public access until repairs are substantially complete, likely in 2020. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scotty-s-castle-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/economic-benefits-2017.htm Sat, 19 May 2018 13:45:00 EST A National Park Service report shows that last year’s visitors to Death Valley National Park spent an estimated $107 million in neighboring communities, supporting 1,390 local jobs. Approximately 1,300,000 people visited Death Valley last year, roughly tying the park’s record visitation set in 2016. Visitor spending in 2016 and 2017 showed a marked increase over previous years, which corresponds with increases in visitation. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/economic-benefits-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/donkey-rescue-group-to-relocate-burros-from-death-valley.htm Thu, 17 May 2018 12:59:00 EST Burros from Death Valley National Park will soon be moving to new homes. The National Park Service has entered into a five-year agreement with the Texas-based nonprofit Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue to capture 2,500 burros from Death Valley National Park and relocate them to offsite adoption facilities and sanctuaries. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/donkey-rescue-group-to-relocate-burros-from-death-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dantes-view-open.htm Fri, 11 May 2018 04:43:00 EST After four months of closure for construction, Dantes View overlook is again open to the public. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dantes-view-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-valley-comments.htm Fri, 04 May 2018 12:45:00 EST Death Valley National Park invites the public to provide input into a proposed draft management plan for Saline Valley Warm Springs. Comments are due by July 2. Saline Valley Warm Springs are located in a remote northwest corner of the park, 35 miles from the closest paved road. The springs range from 61 to 117 °F. A history of counter-culture use from the 1950s through 70s resulted in developed soaking pools and art installations. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-valley-comments.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/visitors-enjoy-national-park-week-at-death-valley.htm Wed, 25 Apr 2018 16:09:00 EST Over 200 visitors enjoyed a range of programs on Saturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22. Junior rangers and their families learned about the importance of Leave No Trace ethics through fun, interactive activities on Saturday.On Sunday, visitors enjoyed a sunrise hike led by a park ranger at Zabriskie Point through mustard colored canyons. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/visitors-enjoy-national-park-week-at-death-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/-5-increase-in-fees-to-fund-deferred-maintenance.htm Thu, 12 Apr 2018 06:14:00 EST Death Valley National Park will raise entrance fees to provide additional funding for infrastructure and maintenance needs to enhance visitors’ experiences. Park entrance fees will be $30 per vehicle or $25 per motorcycle effective June 1, 2018. Revenue from Death Valley’s entrance fees stays in the park and is used to support visitor experiences. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/-5-increase-in-fees-to-fund-deferred-maintenance.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/restoration-work-at-death-valley-racetrack.htm Thu, 15 Mar 2018 13:02:00 EST Recently, volunteers from the Friends of the Inyo and National Park Service staff spent a weekend attempting to remove tire tracks from the Racetrack playa in Death Valley National Park. Nineteen people used garden tools and 750 gallons of water to attempt to restore 512 feet of tire tracks. The tire tracks were very visible and this effort helps to eliminate the tire track depressions and bring back the natural polygon shapes on the playa. By the conclusion of the project, the geometric patterns could be seen beginning to reform. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/restoration-work-at-death-valley-racetrack.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hazmat-spill-due-to-vehicle-accident.htm Wed, 14 Mar 2018 13:22:00 EST Around 2:15 pm on Monday, March 12, a truck driver heading eastbound on California Highway 190 lost control of his vehicle near Emigrant Campground. The truck careened into the desert, landed on its side, and caught on fire. National Park Service protection rangers responded with an ambulance and kept visitors away and safe from the burning truck filled with chemicals. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hazmat-spill-due-to-vehicle-accident.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fire-at-golden-canyon.htm Fri, 23 Feb 2018 10:07:00 EST Park rangers recently put out a fire in a public restroom at Golden Canyon, a popular hiking trailhead in Death Valley National Park. At 3:50PM on Thursday February 7, rangers received a call of the fire. A National Park Service fire engine arrived on scene a few minutes later with four firefighters who quickly extinguished the flames. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fire-at-golden-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/ties-visitation-record.htm Fri, 09 Feb 2018 05:48:00 EST 1,294,827 visitors came to Death Valley National Park in 2017, only 1,456 fewer than the park record set in 2016. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/ties-visitation-record.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/mesquite-springs-campground-opens.htm Thu, 01 Feb 2018 07:36:00 EST After several months of closure due to storm damage, the Mesquite Springs Campground in Death Valley National Park has again opened for public use. The access road was damaged due to flooding in July 2018. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/mesquite-springs-campground-opens.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/road-maintenance-includes-acoustic-research.htm Fri, 26 Jan 2018 09:58:00 EST Death Valley National Park visitors may experience up to 30-minute delays on roads this spring during road maintenance projects. The projects will allow the National Park Service to research the acoustic impacts of various pavement surfaces as well as extend the life of the pavement. Construction work is scheduled from January 30 through May 26, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/road-maintenance-includes-acoustic-research.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/two-plead-guilty-to-violations-at-devils-hole.htm Fri, 26 Jan 2018 03:31:00 EST The U.S. Attorney’s Office is making progress prosecuting men accused of harming an endangered species and vandalism of government equipment at Devils Hole, a unit of Death Valley National Park. Edgar Reyes of North Las Vegas and Steven Schwinkendorf of Pahrump pleaded guilty to destruction of government property for their actions at Devils Hole on April 30, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/two-plead-guilty-to-violations-at-devils-hole.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/alaska-quake-shakes-water-in-devils-hole.htm Wed, 24 Jan 2018 10:03:00 EST A powerful earthquake off the coast of Alaska caused water to slosh in Devils Hole, in Death Valley National Park.The magnitude 7.9 earthquake’s epicenter was in the Gulf of Alaska, approximately 170 miles south of Kodiak, Alaska, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake happened in the early morning hours of Monday, January 23, 2018. Minutes later, the earthquake’s impact was felt about 2,000 miles away in the Nevada desert. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/alaska-quake-shakes-water-in-devils-hole.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/public-meeting-scheduled-for-scotty-s-castle-exhibit-plans.htm Fri, 19 Jan 2018 06:53:00 EST Death Valley National Park is seeking public input into its design plans for exhibits at the Scotty’s Castle Visitor Center. The public is invited to provide comments on exhibit proposals at the Furnace Creek Visitor Center at 2:00pm on Wednesday January 31st. National Park Service personnel and contractors from The Design Minds will present several conceptual plans for the visitor center exhibits. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/public-meeting-scheduled-for-scotty-s-castle-exhibit-plans.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dantes-view-closed-for-upgrades.htm Thu, 18 Jan 2018 05:23:00 EST Death Valley National Park will soon be improving parking and viewing platforms at Dantes View. Due to the construction project, the scenic viewpoint will be closed temporarily to public access from January 23rd to early April 2018. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/dantes-view-closed-for-upgrades.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-invites-public-to-annual-christmas-bird-count.htm Thu, 07 Dec 2017 03:16:00 EST This year the annual Christmas Bird Count (CBC) for Death Valley National Park will take place on December 16, 2017. Birders and non-birders alike can experience the diversity of habitats and species found in the Death Valley/Furnace Creek area. The public is invited to participate in this count and all skill levels are welcome.The bird count will begin at 7 a.m. at the Oasis at Death Valley (formerly Furnace Creek Ranch) Golf Course parking lot. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-invites-public-to-annual-christmas-bird-count.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/campgrounds-11-2017.htm Tue, 07 Nov 2017 10:59:00 EST Death Valley National Park announced plans to open two additional campgrounds for the winter season. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/campgrounds-11-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatal-big-rig-accident-in-death-valley-np.htm Tue, 24 Oct 2017 07:03:00 EST A fatal tractor/trailer accident occurred in Death Valley National Park on Monday, October 23. Dusty West, a 51-year-old Pahrump, Nevada resident, was driving a 1986 Peterbuilt tractor hauling equipment on a flatbed trailer. The accident occurred at 8:33am between mileposts 62 and 63 on CA-190, west of Towne Pass. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fatal-big-rig-accident-in-death-valley-np.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/staggered-opening-of-death-valley-s-campgrounds.htm Thu, 12 Oct 2017 13:19:00 EST Death Valley National Park announces this fall and winter season’s camping options. Most campgrounds open, some will open later as repairs are completed and seasonal staff report for duty. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/staggered-opening-of-death-valley-s-campgrounds.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/the-recreational-aviation-foundation-raf-and-the-national-park-service-nps-recently-renewed-their-agreement-addressing-maintenance-on-the-three-airstrips-in-death-valley-national-park.htm Sat, 30 Sep 2017 07:04:00 EST The Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) and the National Park Service (NPS) recently renewed their agreement addressing maintenance on the three airstrips in Death Valley National Park. Volunteers will perform maintenance on public airstrips at Furnace Creek, Stovepipe Wells, and Saline Valley. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/the-recreational-aviation-foundation-raf-and-the-national-park-service-nps-recently-renewed-their-agreement-addressing-maintenance-on-the-three-airstrips-in-death-valley-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/high-winds-cause-extensive-damage-to-buildings-and-vehicles.htm Tue, 12 Sep 2017 04:52:00 EST A powerful storm system brought heavy rains and wind to Death Valley National Park yesterday. Extremely high winds in the Cow Creek administrative area blew the roof off of a historic office building dating back to the Civilian Conservation Corps era of the 1930s. Windows were blown out of four vehicles belonging to staff living at Cow Creek. Roofs of five other buildings at Stovepipe Wells were also damaged. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/high-winds-cause-extensive-damage-to-buildings-and-vehicles.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/rogers-peak-scoping.htm Wed, 16 Aug 2017 12:09:00 EST The National Park Service is considering right-of-way permit requests for existing and proposed infrastructure on Rogers Peak, including a Department of Defense instrumentation site and AT&T Mobility cell tower. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/rogers-peak-scoping.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/first-hot-week-of-2017.htm Sun, 18 Jun 2017 10:22:00 EST Death Valley Forecasted for First Week of Over 120° of Year https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/first-hot-week-of-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/economic-2016.htm Fri, 21 Apr 2017 05:26:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that visitors to Death Valley National Park spent $108,000,000 in communities near the park last year. That spending supported about 1,500 jobs in the local area. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/economic-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fossils-stolen-from-death-valley-national-park.htm Tue, 28 Mar 2017 04:40:00 EST Park rangers recently discovered that fossil footprints were removed from Death Valley National Park. Trackways of mammals and birds were formed about 3 to 5 million years ago, when the animals left footprints in a muddy lakeshore area. Backpackers in the area were photographed and may have witnessed the crime or have information about those responsible. Investigators are offering up to $1,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of those responsible. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fossils-stolen-from-death-valley-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/airplane-wreck-2017-03-24.htm Fri, 24 Mar 2017 06:30:00 EST On March 24, 2017, an airplane landing at the Furnace Creek Airport ran off the end of the runway and flipped over. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/airplane-wreck-2017-03-24.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/bonnie-clare-initial-scoping.htm Thu, 23 Mar 2017 08:45:00 EST The National Park Service is seeking public comment on a proposed project to reconstruct Bonnie Clare Road, which was destroyed by the flood and is still closed to the public. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/bonnie-clare-initial-scoping.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/ohv-grant.htm Tue, 07 Mar 2017 10:30:00 EST Visitors from around the world complain about off-road vehicle tracks marring the beauty of Death Valley National Park. Illegal off-road driving is a problem in multiple areas of the park, including the Racetrack, Ibex Dunes and Badwater. The National Park Service seeks public support for a grant application that would help fund restoration of these damaged areas. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/ohv-grant.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flood-recovery-tours.htm Mon, 27 Feb 2017 12:42:00 EST There will be a limited number of opportunities this spring to visit Scotty’s Castle. This is a unique opportunity to witness the damage caused by a large flash flood and to learn about the National Park Service’s ongoing work to restore the historic district. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flood-recovery-tours.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/marsfest-2017.htm Wed, 22 Feb 2017 05:59:00 EST Death Valley National Park will be hosting MarsFest 2017 from March 10 through 12. MarsFest explores and celebrates the extremes of Earth and space with a weekend of field trips, an expo, children’s programming, and a lecture series. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/marsfest-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hunter-mnt-sar.htm Fri, 27 Jan 2017 05:38:00 EST Death Valley National Park rangers and California Highway Patrol rescued a stranded visitor in the park’s remote backcountry on Monday. The 27-year-old woman was stranded near Hunter Mountain overnight in winter conditions after her vehicle become stuck in snow. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hunter-mnt-sar.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/artists-closure.htm Tue, 03 Jan 2017 05:26:00 EST Artists Drive, one of Death Valley National Park’s top attractions, will be closed through March for repair work. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/artists-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/bird-count-and-volunteer-events.htm Tue, 20 Dec 2016 06:31:00 EST Interested in experiencing a beautiful location with your family or friends over the holidays? Looking for something fun and rewarding to do? Death Valley National Park is hosting several volunteer events, including the annual Christmas Bird Count and Junior Ranger service projects. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/bird-count-and-volunteer-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/volunteer-days.htm Mon, 21 Nov 2016 12:58:00 EST Do you love Death Valley National Park? Now you can show your love by volunteering at service days. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/volunteer-days.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/november-events.htm Wed, 02 Nov 2016 09:43:00 EST November is a particularly good time to visit Death Valley National Park due to a free entrance fee day on Veterans Day, special events, and cooling temperatures. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/november-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/high-on-life.htm Tue, 01 Nov 2016 03:27:00 EST Five defendants from the Canadian group High On Life appeared in the Yellowstone Justice Center on November 1 for multiple violation notices from National Park Service and Bureau of Land Management public lands. Two defendants pleaded guilty to violations in Yellowstone and Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/high-on-life.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/chickenstip-open.htm Tue, 25 Oct 2016 13:29:00 EST The Chicken Strip, a remote backcountry airstrip in Death Valley National Park, has reopened after volunteers with the Recreation Aviation Foundation repaired it. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/chickenstip-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/towne-pass-curve-correction.htm Fri, 30 Sep 2016 05:53:00 EST The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) proposes to realign a s ection of CA-190 immediately east of Towne Pass to improve safety and reduce collisions. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/towne-pass-curve-correction.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/preservation-50.htm Mon, 26 Sep 2016 12:07:00 EST Are you interested in the history and prehistory of the Death Valley area? Come to Preservation 50 on October 15-16, 2016 in Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/preservation-50.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2nd-year-of-ekip.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2016 12:27:00 EST Death Valley National Park encourages all fourth graders to visit the park for free this year as part of the Every Kid in a Park program. The program gives fourth grade students, and those accompanying them, free access to more than 2,000 public lands and waters nationwide for a year. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/2nd-year-of-ekip.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/second-heat-fatality.htm Wed, 31 Aug 2016 05:59:00 EST A search on August 28 by multiple agencies concluded when a woman’s body was found 5 miles from her vehicle. It appears that this is the second heat-caused fatality in Death Valley National Park. Both fatalities were in the southern end of the park near the unpaved Harry Wade Road. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/second-heat-fatality.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/4th-power-outage.htm Tue, 23 Aug 2016 08:27:00 EST Southern California Edison (SCE) responded quickly to provide backup electricity during Death Valley National Park’s fourth power outage of the summer. This power outage had minimal impacts to park visitors. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/4th-power-outage.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/centennial-events.htm Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:40:00 EST Death Valley National Park has been celebrating 100 years of the National Park Service with events all year, and will continue to do so in the coming months. Events will continue during the rest of the year, including a birthday party in August and a weekend commemorating the National Historic Preservation Act in October. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/centennial-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/guilty-plea-for-looting.htm Wed, 17 Aug 2016 09:04:00 EST A doctor residing in Mammoth Lakes recently pleaded guilty to removing archeological resources from Death Valley National Park and the Humbolt-Toiyabe National Forest. He voluntarily turned over to the government an estimated 20,000 archeological items that he collected from public lands. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/guilty-plea-for-looting.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/jubilee-pass-jubilation.htm Mon, 15 Aug 2016 10:52:00 EST About 40 people gathered near the Furnace Creek Inn on Friday, August 12 to celebrate the reopening of the Badwater Road. Jubilee Pass was the last section of Badwater Road to reopen, reconnecting Shoshone, California to Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/jubilee-pass-jubilation.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-road-open.htm Fri, 22 Jul 2016 13:56:00 EST Badwater Road is now fully open, connecting Death Valley National Park to the gateway town of Shoshone, California. Work remains to be done in other areas of the park to repair road and infrastructure damage caused by flash floods last October. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-road-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/chicken-strip-closed.htm Fri, 15 Jul 2016 04:15:00 EST UPDATE: The Chicken Strip is back open. It was temporarily closed due to washouts in the runway after a plane nearly crashed in the 3rd mishap in six weeks at this remote backcountry airstrip. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/chicken-strip-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/power-outage-scheduled.htm Thu, 07 Jul 2016 11:19:00 EST Most of Death Valley National Park will be without electricity on Saturday, July 9 from 6:00am until 6:00pm. Visitor and employee safety is a concern because temperatures are forecasted to reach 116 °F. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/power-outage-scheduled.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hottest-place-on-earth-has-record-breaking-hot-june.htm Mon, 04 Jul 2016 11:21:00 EST Last month was the hottest June on record in Death Valley National Park, with a sweltering average temperature of 101.9 °F. June 2016’s temperatures exceeded average June temperatures by about 6 °F. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hottest-place-on-earth-has-record-breaking-hot-june.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-recovers-in-aftermath-of-storm.htm Sun, 03 Jul 2016 10:50:00 EST A thunderstorm during the evening of Friday, July 1 damaged a section of powerline near the park’s eastern border. Southern California Edison was able to fully restore electricity after a 38 hour outage early this morning. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-recovers-in-aftermath-of-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/power-outage-in-death-valley-continues.htm Sat, 02 Jul 2016 12:42:00 EST The power outage in Death Valley National Park is likely to continue until late Sunday, July 3. Hotels in the park are closed and travelers are discouraged from visiting the park this weekend. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/power-outage-in-death-valley-continues.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/power-outage-due-to-storm.htm Sat, 02 Jul 2016 07:00:00 EST As of 10:00am on July 2, Death Valley National Park does not have electricity or telephones due to a storm the night of July 1. People planning to visit Death Valley National Park this weekend should consider changing their plans. If they drive through the park, they should exercise extreme caution due to storm damage to roads. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/power-outage-due-to-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/remote-travel-in-summer-heat.htm Fri, 10 Jun 2016 12:16:00 EST As summer temperatures rise in Death Valley National Park, the hottest place on Earth, risks of traveling away from the park’s commonly visited areas increase. Park rangers responded recently to three major incidents in remote areas of the park. High temperatures, lack of ability to call for help in case of an emergency, and long distances for emergency responders create a sometimes-deadly combination. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/remote-travel-in-summer-heat.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-announces-hike-death-valley-art-contest.htm Tue, 31 May 2016 07:56:00 EST Death Valley National Park invites artists and photographers to participate in an art contest for the Hike Death Valley program. The deadline for submissions is July 31, 2016. Contest details are available at nps.gov.deva. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-national-park-announces-hike-death-valley-art-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fee-changes-proposed.htm Fri, 27 May 2016 08:04:00 EST Death Valley National Park seeks public input regarding possible camping and entrance fee increases. Most park fees have been unchanged since January 2006. The National Park Service is also considering charging a fee for temporary tours into Grapevine Canyon to Scotty’s Castle. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/fee-changes-proposed.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-vandals-identified.htm Tue, 10 May 2016 07:15:00 EST A multi-agency investigation has led to the identification of the three men believed to be responsible for the April 30 trespass and vandalism at Devils Hole in Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-vandals-identified.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-vandals.htm Fri, 06 May 2016 10:14:00 EST The National Park Service, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and Nye County Sheriff’s Office are investigating damage to government property and unauthorized entry of Devils Hole last weekend. One endangered Devils Hole pupfish was found dead. The National Park Service is offering a reward for information leading to arrest and conviction of the men. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-vandals.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-road-construction.htm Thu, 05 May 2016 06:07:00 EST Construction on Badwater Road will start May 9 to repair damage from October’s flash floods. The route from southern Death Valley to Shoshone, California will remain closed until construction is complete, which is scheduled for July 14. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/badwater-road-construction.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/wind-damaged-historic-buildings.htm Thu, 28 Apr 2016 12:10:00 EST Winds up to 42 miles per hour damaged three historic structures in Death Valley National Park on the afternoon of April 27. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/wind-damaged-historic-buildings.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/economic-benefits-2015.htm Mon, 25 Apr 2016 10:00:00 EST Economic benefit to Death Valley National Park's gateway community from tourism spending was up in 2015 in spite of closures during the end of the year from flood damage. Visitation in March 2016 was the highest in park history due to the "super bloom". https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/economic-benefits-2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/celestial-centennial-success.htm Thu, 21 Apr 2016 13:56:00 EST Death Valley National Park’s Celestial Centennial and Mars Fest Symposium took place between April 8th and 10th and highlighted Death Valley’s special connection to the night sky. Over 2,000 visitors participated in the event, which included stargazing through telescopes and presentations by astronomical experts. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/celestial-centennial-success.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/plane-wreck.htm Wed, 13 Apr 2016 12:03:00 EST A small plane landing at Furnace Creek Airport was heavily damaged when it ran off the end of the runway. Fortunately, there were no injuries to the family of three people on board. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/plane-wreck.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/free-entrance-for-national-park-week.htm Tue, 12 Apr 2016 07:09:00 EST Death Valley National Park and all other National Park Service areas will be celebrating National Park Week, April 16 through 24, by waiving entrance fees. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/free-entrance-for-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/texas-springs-wind.htm Mon, 28 Mar 2016 14:40:00 EST A dust devil tore through Texas Springs Campground on the afternoon of Monday, March 28, causing property damage and one injury. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/texas-springs-wind.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/celestial-centennial.htm Mon, 14 Mar 2016 09:30:00 EST Death Valley National Park will be hosting the Celestial Centennial Mars Fest, April 8th – 10th, 2016. Everyone is invited to attend this free night-sky and outer-space festival celebrating Death Valley’s connection to the cosmos and the Centennial of the National Park Service. The event will include talks, field trips, programs, stargazing, and expositions with scientists, park rangers, and astronomy experts. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/celestial-centennial.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/bioblitz.htm Fri, 04 Mar 2016 11:08:00 EST Death Valley National Park will host a BioBlitz event at Salt Creek on March 12, 2016. BioBlitz is a festival celebrating the biodiversity of the Death Valley area and provides an opportunity for all ages to participate in valuable research. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/bioblitz.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/wildlowers-2016.htm Fri, 19 Feb 2016 09:37:00 EST The low elevation wildflower bloom in Death Valley is the best it has been since 2005. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/wildlowers-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/americorps-2016.htm Sat, 16 Jan 2016 09:05:00 EST In early 2016, an AmeriCorps team is assisting Death Valley National Park with a variety of service work, mostly centered on recovering from flash flood damage. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/americorps-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/park-hosts-death-valley-scotty-radio-play-fundraiser.htm Wed, 13 Jan 2016 04:18:00 EST Metabolic Studio IOU Radio will be performing Death Valley Scotty at the Furnace Creek Visitor Center, Death Valley National Park, on January 30, 2016 at 6:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/park-hosts-death-valley-scotty-radio-play-fundraiser.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/transportation-grants-available-for-school-field-trips-to-death-valley.htm Mon, 04 Jan 2016 08:35:00 EST In celebration of the National Park Service’s 100th birthday, Death Valley National Park and the Death Valley Natural History Association are offering transportation grants for school groups to participate in field trips in the park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/transportation-grants-available-for-school-field-trips-to-death-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/grinell-wildlife-study.htm Tue, 29 Dec 2015 04:04:00 EST The University of California, Berkeley is leading a study of wildlife and climate change at Death Valley National Park. Researchers plan to survey animals in Death Valley National Park to learn how bird, small mammal, reptile, and amphibian populations have changed over the last century. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/grinell-wildlife-study.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/west-side-rd-open.htm Fri, 18 Dec 2015 05:37:00 EST National Park Service road crews have finished repairing West Side Road and opened it in time for an anticipated surge in visitation to Death Valley National Park over the holidays. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/west-side-rd-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/christmas-bird-count.htm Tue, 15 Dec 2015 07:38:00 EST This year the annual Christmas Bird Count (CBC) for Death Valley National Park will take place on January 2, 2016. Birders can experience the diversity of habitats and species found in the Death Valley/Furnace Creek area. The public is invited to participate in this count and all skill levels are welcome. For beginners, this is a great opportunity to learn about birds in the area, get identification tips and meet others interested in desert environments. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/christmas-bird-count.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/some-roads.htm Mon, 14 Dec 2015 06:36:00 EST Fifty miles of roads in Death Valley National Park reopened to the public last weekend that had been closed due to flash floods since October. The National Park Service also made progress in recovering from flood damage at Scotty’s Castle. Significant work remains to be done in several areas of Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/some-roads.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flood-recovery.htm Mon, 30 Nov 2015 07:23:00 EST Forty-five National Park Service staff members from various parks reported for duty today at Death Valley to renew cleanup and repair efforts after a series of rainstorms caused repeated flash flooding, resulting in one of the greatest and costliest storms in park history. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flood-recovery.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/artists-drive-reopens.htm Sat, 14 Nov 2015 05:02:00 EST Artists Drive in Death Valley National Park, closed due to mud and rock debris in the wake of heavy rains on October 18, reopened to visitors this afternoon. Crews cleared and removed an estimated 8,000 tons of debris from the nine mile road, and imported an additional 360 tons of material from Badwater Road to facilitate repairs. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/artists-drive-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flood-damage-worse-than-originally-realized-10-22-15.htm Thu, 22 Oct 2015 13:00:00 EST A series of unusual storms in October caused large amounts of damage throughout Death Valley National Park. Flash floods destroyed significant portions of multiple roads and heavily damaged several historic structures at Scotty's Castle and deposited debris in Devils Hole. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/flood-damage-worse-than-originally-realized-10-22-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/superintendent-mike-reynolds.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2015 10:04:00 EST Mike Reynolds has been named as the new superintendent of Death Valley National Park, located in eastern California and western Nevada. He replaces Kathy Billings who recently retired. Reynolds will begin his new assignment on May 31, 2015, managing a staff of 125 full-time employees and an annual budget of approximately $9 million. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/superintendent-mike-reynolds.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/doi-environmental-award.htm Tue, 07 Apr 2015 10:40:00 EST Death Valley National Park’s Management Team was recognized by the Department of the Interior for its accomplishments in being designated an International Dark Sky Park, preserving the treasured dark sky resource while saving energy. Death Valley is the largest park in the world with such designation with 3.4 million acres, and is the largest National Park in the lower 48 states. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/doi-environmental-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scottys-castle-road-update-10april2014.htm Thu, 10 Apr 2014 08:34:00 EST Scotty's Castle Road will fully reopen to through traffic on Friday, April 11, 2014. Construction will continue after the road reopens. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scottys-castle-road-update-10april2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/free-entrance-to-death-valley-np-week-2014.htm Wed, 09 Apr 2014 07:24:00 EST The National Park Service will waive entrance fees to Death Valley National Park and all National Park units April 19-20, 2014 to celebrate National Park Week https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/free-entrance-to-death-valley-np-week-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/wilderness-walks.htm Thu, 27 Feb 2014 09:46:00 EST Join Death Valley National Park in celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act by participating in a “Wilderness Walk” within the 3.1 million acres of designated wilderness in the lower 48’s largest designated area. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/wilderness-walks.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/lvas-jan-2014.htm Fri, 24 Jan 2014 10:55:00 EST Death Valley, CA—Death Valley National Park and the Las Vegas Astronomical Society (LVAS) will co-host a stargazing opportunity on Friday, January 31st and Saturday, February 1st from 7:00 pm until 9:30 pm. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/lvas-jan-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-prelim-alts.htm Fri, 24 Jan 2014 10:46:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public input to help inform and shape alternatives development for a management plan and environmental impact statement for the Saline Valley Warm Springs area of Death Valley National Park (Park). https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-prelim-alts.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/park-re-opens.htm Thu, 17 Oct 2013 10:27:00 EST Death Valley National Park re-opens to visitors today. Visitors can access public areas and roads immediately while facilities and other public services are brought back online. Death Valley National Park has been closed since October 1 due to the lapse in Congressional appropriations. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/park-re-opens.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hunter-mountain-ea.htm Wed, 05 Jun 2013 05:35:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is currently accepting comments on an Environmental Assessment (EA) to analyze a proposal to conduct a prescribed fire and associated ecosystem study within Death Valley National Park (Park). Fifty acres of pinyon pine forest with scattered sagebrush at the intersection of the Hunter Mountain Road and the Hunter Cabin Road in the Cottonwood Mountains is the planned location of the project. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/hunter-mountain-ea.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scottys-castle-reopens-after-fire.htm Wed, 29 May 2013 12:40:00 EST Historic Scotty’s Castle Reopens Thursday, May 30th after a fire burned 15 acres of vegetation north of the Castle. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scottys-castle-reopens-after-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scottys-fire-contained.htm Thu, 23 May 2013 06:18:00 EST Firefighters have contained a 15 acre wildland fire on Thursday near historic Scotty’s Castle in Death Valley National Park. Scotty’s Castle is a Spanish style mansion built in the 1930s that hosts daily living history tours. The Castle is closed until water and power are restored to the area. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scottys-fire-contained.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scottys-castle-fire.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 05:35:00 EST A fire broke out near historic Scotty’s Castle in Death Valley National Park on Tuesday, May 21st around 4 pm. As of Wednesday morning, about 26 acres of heavy brush had burned north of the Castle grounds. Firefighters from the region were called in to fight the blaze which at times was about 70 feet high. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scottys-castle-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/organ-concert-2013.htm Wed, 15 May 2013 05:43:00 EST If you have never had the opportunity to hear a historic theatre pipe organ, here is your chance. On June 21-22, accomplished theatre and classical concert organist, Ty Woodward, will perform four concerts at Scotty’s Castle in Death Valley National Park. The concert is sponsored by the Death Valley Natural History Association in cooperation with the National Park Service. The concert is held annually within the Upper Music Room of Scotty’s Castle. Proceeds for this event help fund the annual maintenance and tuning of the Scotty’s Castle Organ and its associated instruments. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/organ-concert-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scottys-castle-proposal-for-fee-increase.htm Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:10:00 EST Death Valley National Park is seeking input about a proposed fee change at Scotty’s Castle. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scottys-castle-proposal-for-fee-increase.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sc-waterline-replacement-fonsi.htm Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:59:00 EST A finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) has been signed by Christine S. Lehnertz, Regional Director for the Pacific West Region of the National Park Service, for the implementation of the Scotty's Castle Waterline Replacement for Death Valley National Park. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/sc-waterline-replacement-fonsi.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/history-conference.htm Fri, 15 Jul 2011 04:46:00 EST Registration is open for the Ninth Death Valley Conference on History and Prehistory, November 4-6, 2011 in Beatty, Nevada. This year’s topics include the legendary Lost Gunsight Mine, the experience of the Civilian Conservation Corps workers in Death Valley, a post-mortem of the Tonopah and Tidewater Railroad, prostitution at Ash Meadows, and exciting research on the original ‘49er reunions. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/history-conference.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/kick-off-summer-with-a-free-trip-to-death-valley-np.htm Mon, 20 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/kick-off-summer-with-a-free-trip-to-death-valley-np.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-valley-borrow-pits.htm Mon, 20 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is currently accepting comments on an environmental assessment addressing a proposal to reactivate up to six borrow sites along the Saline Valley Road in Death Valley National Park, California. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/saline-valley-borrow-pits.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scottys-castle-waterline-replacement.htm Mon, 20 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is currently accepting comments on an environmental assessment addressing a proposal to replace approximately one mile of waterline that services the Scotty’s Castle Historic District in Death Valley National Park, California. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/scottys-castle-waterline-replacement.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/los-angeles-students-explore-careers-in-death-valley.htm Tue, 19 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST For the second year in a row, high school students from the Los Angeles Conservation Corps’ “Clean and Green” program visited Death Valley National Park for a week of service, environmental education, and job shadowing with the National Park Service staff. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/los-angeles-students-explore-careers-in-death-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/reservations-for-scottys-castle-tours.htm Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST Death Valley National Park visitors are now able to reserve tours at historic Scotty’s Castle in advance. Reservations can be made in two ways: by calling 1-877-444-6777 or online at www.recreation.gov. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/reservations-for-scottys-castle-tours.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/entrance-fees-waived.htm Wed, 06 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service invites you to take advantage of the many recreational opportunities available at Death Valley National Park free of charge in honor of National Park Week, April 16-24, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/entrance-fees-waived.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/conceptual-alternative-final.htm Mon, 04 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/conceptual-alternative-final.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/land-donation.htm Mon, 04 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST U.S. Borax Inc. has donated 110 acres of land and associated mineral rights to Death Valley National Park. The land had associated mining claims since the late 19th century. U.S. Borax became part of Rio Tinto in 1976. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/land-donation.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-hike-3-10-11.htm Wed, 09 Mar 2011 19:00:00 EST Hikes will be held on Saturday, March 19 and Saturday, March 26, 2011, at 12 noon. The program will focus on the desert pupfish and natural history of Ash Meadows and Devils Hole. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/devils-hole-hike-3-10-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/march-7-2011-annual-art-show-and-brunch.htm Sun, 06 Mar 2011 19:00:00 EST The Death Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Art Show and Brunch is happening again at Furnace Creek Ranch and Inn, March 12 & 13, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/march-7-2011-annual-art-show-and-brunch.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-hosts-march-star-party.htm Thu, 24 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/death-valley-hosts-march-star-party.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/news-release-1-7-11.htm Wed, 12 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service invites you to take advantage of the many recreational opportunities available at Death Valley National Park free of charge in honor of the Martin Luther King holiday January 15-17, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/news-release-1-7-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/news-release-1-4-11.htm Mon, 03 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/deva/learn/news/news-release-1-4-11.htm