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How long is the Zabriskie Point Hike?

How long is the Zabriskie Point Hike?

Zabriskie Point is a 0.4 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Death Valley, California that offers the chance to see wildlife and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking and is accessible year-round.

What is Zabriskie Point known for?

Zabriskie Point is an iconic Death Valley vista, and a favorite location for viewing sunrise and sunset. Named in honor of Christian Zabriskie, a prominent figure in the heyday of the Pacific Coast Borax Company, Zabriskie Point affords an elevated vista from which to marvel at the badlands below.

Is Zabriskie Point open?

Just in time for springtime visitors, Death Valley National Park announced that access to Zabriskie Point and surrounding areas are now open.

How do you get to Zabriskie Point?

To get to Zabriskie Point: From Furnace Creek, drive southeast on Highway 109 for 4 miles. Turn right into the parking lot for Zabriskie Point. This 2.5-mile loop offers a great immersion into the terrain beneath Zabriskie Point. This 4-mile loop visits stunning terrain in the badlands region near Furnace Creek.

How long is the hike to Zabriskie Point?

From the parking lot, the point is a ΒΌ mile (400 m) walk up a hill on a paved trail. Those interested in hiking in the badlands can pick up the Badlands Loop Trail at the Zabriskie Point parking lot. Hiking distance varies depending on the route chosen: longer hikes can include Gower Gulch, Golden Canyon, and Red Cathedral.

Where is Zabriskie Point in Death Valley National Park?

Zabriskie Point offers a stunning panorama of the badlands near Furnace Creek in Death Valley National Park. The overlook stands at the upper east end of a badlands terrain full of impressive canyons and gulches. A short walk up a paved hill is all that is required to take advantage of this amazing vantage point.

How to get to Zabriskie Point from Furnace Creek?

This 2.5-mile hike starts and finishes at Zabriskie Point. To get to Zabriskie Point: From Furnace Creek, drive southeast on Highway 109 for 4 miles. Turn right into the parking lot for Zabriskie Point.

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