Just Go Travel Blog — Death Valley National Park

Best Death Valley National Park Campgrounds

February 08, 2020 • California • Death Valley National Park

Camping in Death Valley National Park is an experience unlike any other. The desolation of the desert, the unbelievable starry nighttime sky, and the cool temperatures make for an incredible adventure. Though staying in the Oasis at Death Valley may be the better option for those wanting a few more creature comforts, we highly recommend the experience of camping and know you won’t regret it.

Is the “National Park Effect” Real?

December 27, 2019 • Acadia National Park • Avoiding Crowds in Our National Parks • Bryce Canyon National Park • Canyonlands National Park • Death Valley National Park • Dry Tortugas National Park • Gateway Arch National Park • Indiana Dunes National Park • Joshua Tree National Park • Pinnacles National Park • Saguaro National Park • White Sands National Park

When a national monument gains “national park” status, are they guaranteed to receive an immediate boost in attendance in the following years?

Is there such thing as a “National Park Effect?”

What will happen with attendance at the nation's newest National Parks in the next few years?

We attempt to answer the question.

Death Valley National Park – Things to Do

December 07, 2019 • California • Death Valley National Park

If you are looking for things to do in Death Valley National Park, be prepared-there are a ton. Covering an area nearly the size of the entire state of Connecticut, Death Valley National Park will keep you busy for days with the amount of exploring there is to do.

From visiting Badwater Basin (which is the lowest elevation in the Western Hemisphere) to the sweeping views offered at the end of a hike to Telescope Peak (the highest point in the park) to everything in between, Death Valley is sure to amaze those who have time to adventure in this incredible, seemingly barren landscape.

Golden Canyon Trail in Death Valley National Park

January 12, 2019 • California • Death Valley National Park

Even though hiking in Death Valley National Park may seem like an activity that you may want to intentionally avoid, adventures like the Golden Canyon Trail are outstanding ways to get up close and personal with the desert landscape.

6 Reasons to Love Death Valley National Park

April 02, 2018 • California • Death Valley National Park

Death Valley National Park occupies over 3 million acres on the border of California and Nevada. This desolate area isn’t what comes to mind when you think of the most beautiful places in the world, but those that make the 2.5-hour trek from the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas are in for an unexpected treat. Based on our time in the park, here are a few reasons why you should add Death Valley to your list of travel destinations!