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Golden Canyon Hike Introduction

Tan canyon walls tower above a gravel wash which curves to the left deeper into the canyon.
The entrance to Golden Canyon beckons visitors to explore one of Death Valley's most popular hikes.

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Death Valley National Park- Golden Canyon

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Here you are standing at the mouth of Golden Canyon which is approximatley 40 ft (12m) wide, with 30 ft (9m) tan rock walls rising nearly vertically on either side. The canyon floor is a gravel wash and many rocks of varying sizes and colors cover the uneven ground.

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Last updated: May 25, 2021