Death Valley National Park

The hottest, driest and lowest national park in the United States, and the largest outside Alaska.

Death Valley holds the record for the highest air temperature reliably measured anywhere on Earth, and it contains the lowest point in North America at Badwater Basin, 282 feet below sea level. It is also the largest national park outside Alaska.

The scale is what surprises people. Distances between the well-known viewpoints are long, and there is very little in between, so a day here involves a lot of driving.

The season runs backwards from most parks: winter and early spring are the time to visit, and summer is genuinely dangerous. Carry far more water than seems reasonable, tell someone your route, and do not rely on mobile signal.

What is the Best National Park for Photography?

The best photography in a national park is the one that captures the natural beauty and majesty of the landscape. It should be able to convey the feeling of being in the presence of something truly special and unique.

Which National Park is the most fun to ride your bike through?

Almost no cars and breathtaking views. Road biking in a National Park is the best.

Photographer on Sentinel Dome
What is the Best National Park for Photography?

The best photography in a national park is the one that captures the natural beauty and majesty of the landscape. It should be able to convey the feeling of being in the presence of something truly special and unique.

The man and woman travel on mixed terrain cycle touring with bikepacking. The two people journey with bicycle bags. Mountain snow capped.
Which National Park is the most fun to ride your bike through?

Almost no cars and breathtaking views. Road biking in a National Park is the best.

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