Death Valley RV Holiday
Despite the depressing name of the valley and several of its monuments (Coffin Peak, Dead Man's Pass just to name two), visitors to Death Valley today will find a place of stunning geological beauty with a diverse range of wildlife and plant life.
Natural features range from sand dunes to snow-capped mountains, multicolored rock layers to water-fluted canyons plus 3 million acres of wilderness. While some adventurous visitors undertake strenuous backcountry hiking and camping this is not appropritate for camper rentals. We recommend you take the well worn path and stay on the sealed roads and developed campgrounds.
Death Valley is the hottest and driest of all the national parks in the United States. In modern times these harsh conditions are not a problem for visitors thanks to our advances in refrigeration and automotive transport. Almost 800,000 people descend on Death Valley every year to hike through the stunningly diverse landscape and amazing geological features. The area provides an ideal location for families who seek outdoor holiday fun with a camper rental USA.
The National Park is considered to be at it's best during winter, but the park is open all year long. The camping season begins in fall as do the ranger programs which continue until spring. Spring break is a popular time for families to visit Death Valley. Visitors enjoy the warm sunny days and the range of outdoor activities. Reservations are recommended during this time. While it is possible to visit during the summer months many people find the area far too hot for outdoor activities. We recommend planning your camper rental holiday for late winter or early spring if you wish to avoid crowds.
The remains of human habitation can be found at multiple sites around the area. Although mining was the main activity in the area, several short lived boom towns sprang up during the late 1800s and provide what are referred to these days as "ghost towns". The first known group of non-Native Americans to cross Death Valley did so in the winter of 1849. They mistakenly thought they were taking a shortcut to the gold fields in California. They ended up stuck in the area for weeks and eventually gave the Valley its name. Fortunately for visitors in our camper rentals this experience will not be repeated.
The valley is situated east of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. It is barren and unpopulated country with desert plains and rocky ridges. The valley is over 130 miles in length and is quite narrow at only 12 miles wide. The valley provides visitors with a wide variety of outdoor activities.
Birdwatching
Death Valley might seem desolate and devoid of life, but it actually has a long list of birdlife that inhabit the area. The wide variation in vegetation is the reason for this diverse range of bird life. This can be observed on the climb from valley floor, up the canyons to the peaks. The area is also a popular stop for migratory birds who during fall and spring can be seen passing through the area. The most productive bird watching areas are Saratoga Spring, Furnace Creek Ranch, Scotty's Castle, Wildrose and High Panamints.
Biking & Mountain Biking
Bicycles can be used in parking areas and on all park roads that are open to public vehicles. They can also be used on routes that have been designated for bicycle use in developed areas. Visitor guides with details of riding tracks are available from the visitor centre. Mountain bike rental is available from a range of outlets, and you can fit a couple of bikes easily in one of our RV rentals while you are travelling.
Hiking Trails
There is a range of easy and moderate hiking trails for the inexperienced hiker which provide memorable views of the valley's stunning geological features. Printed guides are available from the visitor centre, theyTprovide information that corresponds to numbered markers lining the hiking trails. One of the most popular hikes is the relatively easy "Mosaic Canyon" which is considered a geologic outdoor museum. All you need to do is jump in your camper rental vehicle and all the conveniences of home travel right with you.
Backpacking
Adventure climbers love Death Valley for its wide range of challenging hiking trails. A particularly strenuous 7 mile hike is the Telescopic Peak Trail. This trail climbs the highest peak in the park, the vertical drop from the peak to the Badwater Basin is twice the depth of Grand Canyon. Climbing the peak in winter requires an ice axe and crampons but the trail is usually snow free by June. The trail starts at the Mahogany Flat Campground. If you are the adventurous type this would be the campground at which to park your RV rental vehicle.
