Sunrise, Sunset, Starry Desert Hikes
March in Death Valley is (dare we say) full of life! There’s a dark sky festival to kick off the month; blooms, though perhaps not super this year, will nevertheless be popping; and the temporary Manly Lake at Badwater Basin—the lowest point in North America—is still going strong (for now). Here’s your guide to a sunrise, sunset, and starry night hiking trifecta for winter and early spring in Death Valley National Park.
Sunset Hike at Dante's View
Sunset Hike at Dante's View in Death Valley National Park
It’s one of the world’s best places to watch a sunset. Dante’s View is a 5,476-foot vantage of the whole southern basin of Death Valley from the top of the Black Mountains. Right now there's a banner and bonus view of a rare lake formation that appears only after big rains.
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Sunrise Hike from Zabriskie Point in Death Valley
The sunrise at Zabriskie Point makes a grand entrance, with the light ascending slowly and washing over the golden badlands. It’s signature Death Valley. It’s also a great starting point for one of the Valley’s marquee hikes.
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Starry Night and Dark Sky Adventures in Death Valley National Park
You don’t have to stay out all that late to experience eminent stargazing at Death Valley National Park. The park's been given the highest ranking of darkness by the International Dark Sky Association. From ranger-led to self-guided adventures, here are a few amazing ways to witness the mesmerizing night sky at Death Valley.
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