Death Valley

The Oasis has multiple property types including the Inn resort, the more family friendly Ranch, Casitas,
cottages, and a campground if you prefer to tent or bring your RV. All locations are near Furnace Creek,
a great jumping off point for exploring. If you prefer to camp, check out the numerous additional NPS campsites within the park—some of the others are even free! Please note Furnace Creek is the only one that has full-hookup campsites.

Hike onto the salt flats at Badwater Basin to experience the lowest point in North America at 282 feet (86 meters) below sea level! This 1-mile out-and-back hike takes you to the edge of the salt flat; it’s a 5-mile trek to the other side of the flats one way. The hike itself is easy and flat (unless you go the further distance), but it's extremely important to remember how hot it gets here. Start early in the day, bring lots of water, and don’t attempt it when it’s too hot!

In front of the Furnace Creek Visitor Center you’ll find the famous thermometer display with the current temperature. Considering you’re visiting the hottest place on earth with a record temperature of 134 degrees F (57°C), you’ll need to check out what it is when you visit! Here you can also see a sign that shows the elevations within the park from Badwater Basin below sea-level all the way up to Telescope Peak.

This overlook will give you a striking view above the golden badlands and down into the valley below. As
the sun rises or sets, you’ll see the light change and move across the rugged hills.

This 9-mile one way road will take you through beautiful scenery and past Artists Palette. You’ll want to get out here and check out the magnitude of bright colors—yellow, blue, purple, and more. See the rainbow landscape from above or take a short stroll through the hills.