Death Valley

When the words “Death Valley” come to mind, many initially conjure thoughts of a harsh, extreme, and desolate desert. However, for those fortunate enough to have ventured to this remarkable National Park, they understand that while these descriptors hold some truth, they barely scratch the surface of the full story.

Death Valley boasts the distinction of recording the highest ambient air temperature ever documented on Earth, reaching a scorching 134 degrees Fahrenheit on July 10th, 1913. Within its sprawling 5,270 square miles, the park exhibits a dramatic range of elevations, from a staggering 279 feet below sea level at Badwater Basin, the lowest point in the Western Hemisphere, to a towering 11,331 feet at the summit of Telescope Peak. Even amidst these extreme conditions, an astonishingly diverse array of plant and animal life thrives year-round.

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