EXTREME SUMMER HEAT
Expect high temperatures of 100°F to over 120°F (38°C to over 49°C). Drink plenty of water and carry extra. Avoid hiking (after 10 am). Travel prepared to survive. In the case of a heat related illness, get to a cool place and seek help ASAP!
- Drink plenty of water: Drink at least one gallon (4 liters) of water per day to replace loss from sweat, more if you are active. Fluid and electroyte levels must be balanced, so have salty foods or “sports drinks” too.
- Avoid hiking in the heat: Do not hike in the low elevations when temperatures are hot. The mountains are cooler in summer, but can have snow and ice in winter.
- Travel prepared to survive: Stay on paved roads in summer. If your car breaks down, stay with it until help comes. Carry extra drinking water in your car in case of emergency.
- Watch for signs of trouble: If you feel dizzy, nauseous, or a headache, get out of the sun immediately and drink water or sports drinks. Dampen clothing to lower body temperature. Be alert for symptoms in others.
- The main cause of death in Death Valley: More people die in single-car accidents than by any other means. To avoid an accident, follow the speed limits, shift to a lower gear on steep downhill grades, and wear your seatbelt.
- Read more about desert survival.
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OTHER NOTICES
Scotty’s Castle CLOSED until further notice due to flood damage.
Flooding in Grapevine Canyon from a severe thunderstorm on Oct. 18, 2015 has destroyed the road to Scotty’s Castle, damaged infrastructure and some out-buildings in the Castle complex.
Badwater Road CLOSED to through traffic
The southern end of Badwater Road (CA Hwy 178) is CLOSED due to flood damage. The northern section of the road is OPEN from CA190 at Furnace Creek to Badwater and beyond to Ashford Mill. Live road updates on Facebook @ Death Valley Roads page.
Lower Wildrose Road CLOSED
The Lower Wildrose Road is closed between Wildrose Campground and the Panamint Valley Road. You can still reach the historic Charcoal Kilns and campground via Emigrant Canyon Road. Follow live road updates on Facebook @ Death Valley Roads page.
Scotty’s Castle Road (North Highway) CLOSED
Due to a storm on July 1, all of Scotty’s Castle Road is closed. No access to NV-267, Ubehebe Crater, or Big Pine Road.