Death Valley–Hiking and Exploration
Dates: April 3–10, 2022
Leader: Bob Breivogel
Take an early spring getaway to warm, dry, and scenic Death Valley National Park in southern California. We will have a variety of hikes, from easy walks to moderately strenuous day trips up various canyons, washes, and peaks. There will be cultural and historical activities including Scottie’s Castle, Furnace Creek Inn, abandoned mines, and ghost towns. Wildlife viewing of animals such as desert pupfish, bighorn sheep, reptiles, birds, and insects will be possible. April is around the wildflower bloom, which is very impressive in some years.
Those interested in photography should bring their camera gear. We have the opportunity to view sunrises, sunsets, and wildflowers in different areas of the park, such as Zabriskie Point, Badwater, and the sand dunes. Death Valley is also a Dark Sky Park, and we will have some nearly moonless nights for great views of the heavens.
The trip will be low-key and non-regimented. Participants may go off on their own or be part of organized activities, as they desire. Be prepared for a variety of weather conditions, as it can be hot and cold the same day, as well as windy. Participants should be able to handle Mazama level B hikes. We will camp for seven nights at Furnace Creek Campground.
See here for more information and registration. For other questions, contact leader Bob Breivogel at 503-292-2940 or breivog@teleport.com.