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Waterfalls in Death Valley National Park

Death Valley National Park landscape photograph
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Death Valley National Park is a national park of the United States that straddles the California–Nevada border, east of the Sierra Nevada. The park boundaries include Death Valley, the northern section of Panamint Valley, the southern section of Eureka Valley and most of Saline Valley.

Source: Wikipedia — “Death Valley National Park

3 documented waterfalls in Death Valley National Park

Every named waterfall we've catalogued inside the park boundary, sorted by popularity. Click through for height, access, photos, live streamflow, and seasonal guidance.

Plan your visit

For fees, hours, current alerts, lodging, and downloadable maps, the National Park Service is the authoritative source. We link directly so you always see the freshest info.

When the park is busy

1,090,000 visitors per year (2023-2024 average). Peak is Mar, quietest is Jul.

Showing typical monthly distribution for parks with similar climate. Plan around the peak if you want fewer crowds — shoulder months often have the same scenery without the wait.

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Source: NPS IRMA Visitor Use Statistics. Annual total reflects 2023-2024 average; monthly shape is climate-modeled.

Questions visitors ask

Is there a fee to enter Death Valley National Park?

Yes. Death Valley National Park charges an entrance fee that varies by vehicle type and pass. The America the Beautiful annual pass covers most National Parks. See the official NPS fee page for current amounts: https://www.nps.gov/deat/index.htm/planyourvisit/fees.htm

How many waterfalls are in Death Valley National Park?

We've documented 3 named waterfalls inside the park boundary using OpenStreetMap, USGS GNIS, and point-in-polygon checks against the official NPS boundary.

What's the best time of year to see waterfalls in Death Valley National Park?

We don't have season data on enough waterfalls inside Death Valley National Park yet to recommend a window.

Can I bring my dog to Death Valley National Park?

Most National Parks restrict dogs to developed areas (parking lots, paved roads, campgrounds) and prohibit them on most trails. Check the park's specific pet policy before visiting: https://www.nps.gov/deat/index.htm/planyourvisit/pets.htm

What are Death Valley National Park's hours?

Death Valley National Park is generally open 24/7, but visitor centers, roads, and specific facilities have their own hours and seasonal closures. Always check current conditions: https://www.nps.gov/deat/index.htm/planyourvisit/conditions.htm

Answers cross-reference official NPS pages and our point-in-polygon dataset. NPS is authoritative for fees, hours, and current conditions — always click through before driving.