Death Valley landmark reopens to tourists after decade-long closure Scotty's Castle was once the domain of a famous scam artist The Independent UK · Jan 29
Tourists are flocking to Death Valley — but aren’t heeding the warning signs Death Valley National Park is one of the hottest places on Earth The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2025
Kayakers flock to Death Valley after severe rain creates ‘extremely rare’ lake Temporary lake forms in Badwater Basin thanks to record rainfall – and aquatic enthusiasts have been taking in a rare opportunity The Guardian - US · Feb 20, 2024
'This is weird': Experts 'shocked' by record-breaking longevity of Death Valley's phantom lake A temporary lake at Badwater Basin in Death Valley National Park has persisted for more than six months, which is far longer than it has lasted before. And experts say that it could stick around for quite a while yet. LiveScience · Feb 20, 2024
Death Valley open for kayaking? You’d better believe it – but it won’t be for long Take a rare opportunity to paddle in the driest place in the USA Advnture · Feb 20, 2024
‘Like an oven’: heat and tourism create headache for US park rangers Temperature-related deaths led park service to create a new advice page for visitors who want to explore despite the heat The Guardian - US · Jul 28, 2023
‘Here for the heat’: Death Valley sizzles, but the tourism doesn’t stop National park has seen remarkable temperatures this summer with some intentionally, and some accidentally, caught in the heatwave The Guardian - US · Jul 22, 2023
Mountain lions are eating California wild donkeys. Why scientists say this a good thing LOS ANGELES — An apex predator has been quietly hunting interlopers in Death Valley, and for the first time, the deadly encounter has been captured on camera. Los Angeles Times · Oct 7, 2022
'Unprecedented' rain, flooding shuts Death Valley National Park, swallowing cars, stranding hundreds LOS ANGELES — Death Valley National Park, famous for its parched, otherworldly landscapes, closed completely Friday because of historic rainfall and flash flooding. About 500 visitors and 500 staff members were stuck in the park after the closures, with no major injuries reported, though about 60 vehicles were damaged. Los Angeles Times · Aug 6, 2022