Traveling to Darwin from the falls is not recommended. Travelling from the town of Darwin to the trailhead is recommended for 4x4 high clearance vehicles only. To the trailhead (first 2.5 mi/4km), Darwin Falls Road from CA-190 is typically passable to a sedan, however it is much more comfortable in a high clearance vehicle. The unpaved Darwin Falls Road is located 1.2 miles (2km) west of Panamint Springs on CA-190. Heavy erosion has left debris and steep, uinstable dirt edges. Location: *Due to recent flooding, trail conditions have changed. Boil or treat water from these sources before using.ĭarwin Falls Length: 2 miles (3.2km) out and back round trip Springs are rare and should not be considered reliable. Always carry adequate water (at least 2 liters for a short winter dayhike, 1 gallon or more for longer warm season hikes and overnighters). If you must climb them during winter season, be sure to be properly equipped with adequate winter clothing, an ice axe and crampons.ĭue to the dry climate of Death Valley, you must drink more water here than in other places, even in the cooler winter months. The high peaks are a pleasant escape from the heat in summer, but are usually covered with snow in the winter and spring.

Save the low elevation hikes for the cooler winter days. Even during spring and autumn the heat can be unbearable for most people. Summer temperatures can be dangerous in the park's lower elevations. The best time to hike in Death Valley is from November through March. Most hiking routes in the park are cross-country, up canyons, or along ridges. Practice Leave No Trace principals.There are few constructed trails here, but in a place this desolate you usually don't need them. If you are staying in Springdale it will be a 1 hour 15 minute drive.Īfter your adventure consider a quick stop at an amazing ice cream shop called Palette or grab a coffee at Bristlecone. If you are in Cedar City is is 10-15 minutes up the canyon. If you are staying in Hurricane or La Verkin it is a quick 1 hour drive. I hiking pole is always a good idea to help you navigate the water crossings.Īs always bring plenty of snacks, sunscreen, and water. Hiking sandals will come in handy for playing in and hiking up the stream. In the summer, wear hiking sandals or good hiking shoes.

This is usually done as a backpacking overnighter. If you want to make it a downhill hike, park one car at the parking lot, then travel up to Cedar Breaks and you can hike 10 miles downhill. The trail changes frequently due to flash floods, so even if you have done this trail once, it may look quite different a few weeks later. Pay close attention to the weather upstream.

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