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Low, warm light skims across pale sand dunes.

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Death Valley National Park

CA, NV

Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes. Photo: NPS

Entrance
$30 per car
Nonresident fee
None
Park annual pass
$55, U.S. residents
Payment
Card only, no cash

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About Death Valley

In this below-sea-level basin, steady drought and record summer heat make Death Valley a land of extremes. Yet, each extreme has a striking contrast. Towering peaks are frosted with winter snow. Rare rainstorms bring vast fields of wildflowers. Lush oases harbor tiny fish and refuge for wildlife and humans. Despite its morbid name, a great diversity of life thrives in Death Valley.

From the National Park Service.

Things to do

14 ideas in total on nps.gov. Descriptions from the National Park Service.

Photos

  • In the foreground, a narrow stream curves through clumps of green grass and low shrubs.
    Salt Creek Photo: NPS
  • A natural rock arch spans a narrow desert canyon. The viewer stands in deep shade beneath the arch.
    Natural Bridge Photo: NPS
  • white salt flats with dark gray clouds
    Storm over the Salt Flats Photo: NPS photo
  • Snowcapped mountains surrounded by bright blue skies and frames by gold wildflowers on a valley floo
    Desert Gold in Panamint Valley Photo: NPS
  • Morning light on the badlands below Zabriskie Point.
    Zabriskie Point Photo: NPS Photo

Entrance fees

TypePriceValid forSeason
Private vehicle$307 daysAll year
Per person, 16 and over$157 daysAll year

Park annual pass

This pass allows all persons traveling with the pass holder in one single private, non-commercial vehicle (car/truck/van) or those on a motorcycle to leave and re-enter the park as many times as they wish for 12 months from the month of purchase.

A park's own annual pass is sold to U.S. citizens and residents only. A U.S. resident who holds one covers everyone in their private vehicle, including nonresident passengers.

Zion fees page (same wording at all 11 parks), checked October 26, 2026

Reservations

NPS lists no entry reservation for this park as of October 26, 2026. Campgrounds and tours may still need booking.

Weather and seasons

SPRING is the most popular time to visit Death Valley. Warm and sunny days with the possibility of spring wildflowers is a big attraction. SUMMER starts early in Death Valley. By May the valley can be scorching hot. AUTUMN arrives in late October, with warm but pleasant temperatures and generally clear skies. WINTER has cool days, chilly nights and rarely, rainstorms. With snow capping the high peaks and low angled winter light, this season is especially beautiful for exploring the valley.

Hours

The park is open daily all year.

Getting there

There are multiple entrances to the park. Click below to learn the best ways to travel to Death Valley.

Campgrounds

Visitor centers

Alerts

  • Park Closure: Some Roads Closed due to Flood Damage
  • Information: Gas Pumps at Panamint Springs Resort are Closed at Night

As of October 26, 2026. Current alerts on nps.gov

Parks nearby

Sources

Death Valley National Park fees on nps.gov. Prices, park information and photos from the NPS Data API, checked October 26, 2026. Photos credited to the National Park Service.