Death Valley Scenic Byway - Flood-Scoured Marble in Mosaic Canyon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Years of weather have smoothed the layers of sediment rock in Mosaic Canyon. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from Na... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Mojave Aster
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Purple Mojave Asters are common in even the driest areas of Death Valley. Location: California (37.033° N 117.319° W) Status: Public d... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Harmony Borax Works
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Once the life blood of the Death Valley region, Borax mining was highly dependent on the Harmony Borax Works, which was made up of sever... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Red Cathedral in Death Valley
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: 400-foot high Red Cathedral in Golden Canyon is stained red from iron-oxide and contrasts fantastically with the yellow-hued Golden Cany... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Layers of Rock in the Narrows of Mosaic Ca...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Layers of earth and sediments comprise the stripey walls of Mosaic Canyon. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from Nati... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Red Pass Switchbacks of Titus Canyon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A view of Red Canyon switchbacks from Titus Canyon shows off more of the fascinating shape and color of Death Valley's geography. Locat... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Rhyolite's Famous Bottle House
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A trip to Rhyolite's famous bottle house is well-worth the side trip from Death Valley. Location: California (36.899° N 116.830° W) St... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Scotty's Castle Museum
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Visitors wander inside the castle museum and learn about the legend of Scotty's Castle . Location: California (36.457° N 116.868° W) S... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Telescope Peak from Dante's View
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Far across a mineral-strewn valley from Dante's View, one can see Telescope Peak, the highest point in the Panamint Mountains. Location... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Darwin Falls
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Astoundingly lush and green compared to other Death Valley landscapes, the 30 foot Darwin Falls in the Panamint region is one stop trave... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Rock Mosaic at Mosaic Canyon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Mosaic Canyon gained its name from these fascinating mosaics of rock fragments that cemented themselves to canyon walls during a rainsto... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Dante's View Road
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Follow this windy road through the Black Mountains to reach Dante's View. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from Natio... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Charcoal Kiln in Snow
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: An old charcoal kiln from the silver mining era of Death Valley still stands despite harsh weather and wind. Location: California (36.2... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Scotty's Castle
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Built by a flamboyant mine promoter in the early 1900s, Scotty's Castle is open for "living history" tours offered by the Park Service. ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Cottonball Basin
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: These vast salt flats, called Cottonball Marsh, make up the view from the Harmony Borax Mines. Location: California Status: Public dom... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Manly Beacon from Zabriskie Point
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: One of the many views you can see from Zabriskie Point is this perspective of Manly Beacon. Location: California (36.420° N 116.812° W)... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - The Badlands in Death Valley
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Late afternoon creeps over the pastel-colored Badlands of Death Valley. Location: California (36.417° N 116.833° W) Status: Public dom... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - View of Badwater from Dante's View
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Badwater, 282 feet below sea-level, can be seen in its entirety from Dante's View. Location: California (36.214° N 116.732° W) Status:... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Rock Layers of Mosaic Canyon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Stratum of sediments and minerals make up the fascinating geology of Mosaic Canyon. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - The Ubehebe Crator
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: An aerial shot of the Ubehebe Crator looks like a view of another planet entirely. Location: California (37.011° N 117.455° W) Status:... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - The Death Valley Sand Dunes
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The wind changes the surface of the sand dunes each day. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from National Park Service ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Manly Beacon at Golden Canyon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The gold-hued Manly Beacon contrasts brilliantly with the blue sky at Golden Canyon. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Rainbow Canyon and the Argus Mountains
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This view shows Rainbow Canyon and the Argus Mountain Range as seen to the west at milepost 45.00. Location: California (36.379° N 117.... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Manly Beacon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Named after a legendary gold seeker William Manly, who helped his party survive being lost in Death Valley, Manly Beacon is located at G... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Furnace Creek Badlands
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The Furnace Creek Badlands illustrate the geologic wonders of Death Valley nicely. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo f... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Beavertail Cactus
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The shallow roots of the Beavertail Cactus have allowed it to flourish in the dry Death Valley earth. Location: California (37.018° N 1... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Snowcapped Mountains Reflected in Badwater...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Visitors may be surprised to find water in Death Valley, but don't drink it! The taste lives up to its name in Badwater! Location: Cali... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Furnace Creek Badlands
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Wind-smoothed rocky terrain and bright blue sky create a spectacular backdrop for an unforgettable drive. Location: California Status:... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Badlands Wash
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Badlands Wash is composed of layers and patterns of weather-beaten rock. Location: California (36.419° N 116.815° W) Status: Public do... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - The Sand Dunes of Death Valley
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The wind makes striking wave patterns in the golden sand dunes of Death Valley. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Mouth of Mosaic Canyon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The mouth of Mosaic Canyon entices hikers to visit Tucki Mountain. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from National Par... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Ripples on the Sand Dune Surface
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The surface of the sand dunes are constantly changing due to wind and weather. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - A Close-Up of the Bottle House in Rhyolite
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Stucco slabs composed of bottlecaps form the walls of the Bottle House in Rhyolite, NV. Location: California (36.900° N 116.829° W) St... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Furnace Creek Ranch Entrance
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The entrance to the Furnace Creek Ranch invites visitors to the Furnace Creek area. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Gower Gulch
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Late afternoon casts sunrays over the muted yellows and oranges of Gower Gulch. Location: California (36.411° N 116.832° W) Status: Pu... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Scotty's Castle
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The grounds of Scotty's Castle are depicted from a window in the Power House. Location: California (37.032° N 117.341° W) Status: Publ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Leadfield Dugout
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This stone, dirt and wood dugout in Leadfield is evidence of past lead mining in Death Valley. Location: California (36.898° N 116.829°... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Telescope Peak
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Telescope Peak, one of the highest points in the Panamint Range, can be seen from Dante's View. Location: California (36.409° N 116.846... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Dried Up Lakeshore in Badwater
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: An ancient lakeshore is located near Mormon Point in Badwater. Location: (36.442° N 116.851° W) Status: Public domain. Photo from Nati... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Furnace Creek Badlands
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: An aerial view of the Furnace Creek Badlands captures the shapes and patterns of the valley. Location: California Status: Public domai... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Golden Canyon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The sun begins to light up Golden Canyon, bringing out the rich tones of the rock. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo f... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - The Panamint Mountains
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: An astounding view of the Panamint Mountains can be witnessed from Badwater. Location: California (36.338° N 117.447° W) Status: Publi... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Manly Beacon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A lovely view of Manly Beacon can be seen from the Badlands. Location: California (36.423° N 116.824° W) Status: Public domain. Photo ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Artist's Drive in Death Valley
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Artist's Drive is shaded in colors created by lime deposits and chemicals in the soil. Here, greens and blues tint the Black Mountains. ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Upper Mosaic Canyon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Hikers will reach upper Mosaic Canyon by way of trails comprised of smooth marble and breccia walls and formations carved out of layers ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Ubehebe Crater
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A 500-foot deep hole created by bulging magma underneath the surface of the earth now gives this section of Death Valley an otherwordly ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Strange Formations on the Salt Flats of De...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Carbonates, sulfates, and chlorides compose the surface of the Salt Flats. Strange formations and bumps are sculpted by wind and rain. ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Teakettle Junction in Death Valley
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This junction sign was started by one visitor who hung a teakettle and a note to other travelers. Location: California (36.604° N 117.1... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Reflections in Badwater Pool
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Small pools of water are located in Badwater, at an astounding 279 feet below sea level! Location: California (36.344° N 116.865° W) S... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - The Salt Flats of Death Valley
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: One of the most fascinating aspects of Death Valley are the geometric patterns and feeling of desolation you will find on the Salt Flats... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Twenty-Mule-Team Wagon at Harmony Borax Wo...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: One of the most important parts of the mining process was hauling Borax to the railhead at Mojave for transport. A team of 20 mules had ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Dante's View
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Dante's View in the Black Mountains is considered the most magnificent view of Death Valley. Location: California (36.221° N 116.727° W... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Sunset from Zabriskie Point
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A fantastic desert sunset illuminates the sky above Death Valley. Location: California (36.420° N 116.812° W) Status: Public domain. P... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - View of the Valley
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Colorful and crystal-clear views of the entire valley are captured from Dante's View. Location: (36.220° N 116.727° W) Status: Public ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Furnace Creek Wash
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The parched earth and distant hills of Furnace Creek Wash make up some of the most fascinating landscapes of Death Valley. Location: Ca... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Artist's Palette
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Chemically altered limestone and hematite provide eerily beautiful landscapes in the Black Mountains. Location: Black Mountains, Califo... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Titus Canyon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The walls of Titus Canyon are composed of layers of condensed sediments. Location: California (36.824° N 117.171° W) Status: Public do... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Interpretive Signs at the Salt Flats in De...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Learning about the creation of the interesting features of the valley is one of the most exciting parts of the Death Valley experience. ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Red Cathedral
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Composed of cemented gravel and weathered to exist in its current state, Red Cathedral is one of the most fascinating sites in Death Val... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - View from Father Crowley Point
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This view shows the Argus Mountain Range and Panamint Valley from Father Crowley Point. Location: California (36.355° N 117.541° W) St... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Scotty's Castle Gate
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The "J" on the gate stands for Albert Johnson, a wealthy insurance man who funded one of Scotty's goldmines. The "S" stands for Walter S... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Crumbling Buildings in Rhyolite, NV
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Once the center of mining and commerce, Rhyolite now tells the story of the emergence-- and conclusion-- of the mining boom of Death Val... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Visitors at Aguereberry Point
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Visitors to Death Valley take in the impressive views from Aguereberry Point. Location: California (36.358° N 117.048° W) Status: Publ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Charcoal Kilns in Death Valley
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Snow dusts a line of charcoal kilns in Death Valley. During silver and Borax mining in the 1800s, these kilns were used to turn pinon pi... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Mosaic Canyon Narrows
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A hiker winds through the canyon narrows. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from National Park Service Digital Photogr... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Manly Beacon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Manly Beacon, towering over the Furnace Creek Badlands, served as a natural compass for lost miners. Location: California Status: Publ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - The Narrows of Titus Canyon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Fascinating geology lines this trail in Titus Canyon. Location: California (36.824° N 117.170° W) Status: Public domain. Photo from Na... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Looking Across the Black Mountains
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The curves and hills of the Black Mountains can be captured from a high peak above known as Dante's View. Location: California (36.218°... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Thimble Peak
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The unusual colors and patterns of Thimble Peak are illustrated in this view from White Pass. Location: California (36.811° N 117.041° ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Choppy Shores of Badwater Spring
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A small spring in the middle of the salt flats does little to provide relief on a scorching Death Valley day- the water isn't drinkable.... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Crusted Sand Dunes at Death Valley
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: When the surface of the dunes get wet, the rapid drying causes the earth to become marked in unusual geometric patterns. Location: Cali... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Furnace Creek Badlands
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The erratic, wavy patterns of the Furnace Creek Badlands are visable from this point high above. Status: Public domain. Photo from Nati... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Lower Furnace Creek Wash
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Dark, rough terrain makes up the landscape of Lower Furnace Creek Wash. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from Nationa... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - A Borax Prospect at Furnace Creek
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: An old Borax prospect from the 1800s is still open today near Furnace Creek. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from Na... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - The Narrows at Mosaic Canyon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Layers of rock sediments in various hues make the "walls" of the narrows. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from Natio... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Golden Canyon in Death Valley
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Best when viewed in the afternoon, Golden Canyon's namesake is realized when its golden hues are brought out by sunshine. Location: Cal... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Indian Paintbrush
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The brilliant red of the Indian Paintbrush stands out against the surrounding rock. Location: California (37.011° N 117.354° W) Status... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Mariposa Blossom
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A brilliant orange Mariposa blossom contrasts nicely with its drab surroundings. Location: California (37.027° N 117.343° W) Status: P... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Brush in Sand Dunes
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Desert foliage breaks up the vast sand fields of Death Valley. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from National Park Se... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - The Harmony Borax Works
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Located at the abandoned works is some of the old equipment used to mine Borax. Look for interpretive signs at the site to learn more ab... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Harmony Borax Works
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The ruins of Harmony Borax tell the story of the Borax mining industry which makes up so much of the history of Death Valley. Location:... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Furnace Creek Badlands
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The peaks and points of the Furnace Creek Badlands are captured beautifully from this vantage point. Location: California Status: Publ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Furnace Creek Cut
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The Furnace Creek Cut leads the eye into the distant mountains. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from National Park S... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Rhyolite Ghost Town
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This turn-of-the-century mining town has been abandoned for years, but still provides an intriguing glimpse into the lives of miners who... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Panamint Valley
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This view looks at the Panamint Valley. It can be seen to the east of milepost 48.6. Location: California (36.335° N 117.478° W) Statu... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Darwin Falls in the Panamint Region
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A mere half-hour hike from the road, Darwin Falls is a surprise to travelers who have seen the rest of the dry Death Valley landscape. ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - The Death Valley Sand Dunes
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A visitor walks through the golden sand dunes at Death Valley. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo from National Park Se... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Red Cathedral From a Distance
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Red Cathedral is caught in afternoon light, bringing out the rich crimsons and coppers of the rock. Location: California Status: Publi... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Badlands and Gower Gulch
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: View the rugged geology of Gower Gulch from many vantage points above the Badlands. Location: California (36.411° N 116.839° W) Status... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Badlands South of Zabriskie Point
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Colorful rock formations shaped by wind and weather create a subdued landscape in the Badlands in Death Valley. Location: California (3... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Red Cathedral and Surrounding Golden Canyo...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Layers and layers of rock lead to the distant Red Cathedral, shown on the right. Location: California Status: Public domain. Photo fro... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Scotty's Castle Museum
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Interpretive displays inside the museum discuss the significance of Scotty's Castle to the history of Death Valley. Location: Californi... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Natural Bridge in Natural Bridge Canyon
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: This natural bridge in Natural Bridge Canyon is only one of many geological wonders in Death Valley. Location: California Status: Publ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Water on the Salt Flats of Death Valley
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Shallow pools of water exist for only days in Death Valley. Most water evaporates as quickly as it comes. Location: California Status:... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - View from Red Pass
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The view from Red Pass shows the layers of mountains, hills, and formations you will see from a day-hike through Titus Canyon. Location... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - The Bottle House in Rhyolite
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: The quirkiest attraction in Rhyolite, the Bottle House will be sure to catch your attention. Location: California (36.901° N 116.829° W... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - The Salt Flats
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: Composed of 1,000 foot thick chlorides and sediments, the Salt Flats are eerily desolate. Location: California (36.345° N 116.863° W) ... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Sliding Rocks at Racetrack Playa
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: One of the apparent mysteries of Death Valley is that of the sliding rocks on Racetrack Playa. How the rocks slide across the completely... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Cholla Cactus
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: One of the most common forms of cacti in the Death Valley region is the Cholla Cactus, most notable for its green flowers. Location: Ca... More
Death Valley Scenic Byway - Visitor to Racetrack Playa
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Original Caption: A visitor wonders at the puzzle of a sliding rock that makes a curved trail on Racetrack Playa. Location: California Status: Public do... More