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            [HighlightText] => Hike through the colorful badlands of Golden Canyon
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            [HighlightText] => Spend three nights camping under starry desert skies
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            [HighlightText] => Explore Death Valley National Park, a remarkably varied desert landscape
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Your Guides

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The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.

Matt K.

Matt is an adventure enthusiast who enjoys engaging in nature and the great unknown as an experienced rock climber, mountain guide, and professional outdoor photographer. Based in Las Vegas, he enjoys having Red Rock Canyon in his backyard, where you can also find him cycling, trail running, and bird watching. Matt is a certified Wilderness First Responder.

Chris K.

John was born and raised in New Orleans, LA, where an appreciation of diverse cultures and cuisine comes with the territory. His interest in rock climbing drew him out west, where he discovered irresistible landscapes of all kinds and became an outdoor guide in 2022. If he’s not hiking desert trails, you might find him looking for wildlife in the Yellowstone area. He is excited to explore with you.

John S.

John Swafford was born and raised in New Orleans, LA, where he developed an appreciation of culture and cuisine. A passion for rock climbing brought him out West, where he picked up guiding in 2022. When John is not on the trail in the desert you can find him hanging out in the Yellowstone area looking for wildlife.

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                    [ItinBlock] => Meet your fellow travelers and guides in Las Vegas early this morning. After a scenic three-hour van ride, we begin our first hike in Death Valley National Park. We reach Dante\'s View at 5,500\', then hike along the spine of the Black Mountains with amazing views on both sides. To the west, we look down a vertical mile to Badwater and the Death Valley saltpan, with snow-topped Telescope Peak (11,049\') directly across the valley. To the east, we overlook range after range of mountains spilling across the California-Nevada border. After the hike, we continue to Furnace Creek Campground where we set up camp and enjoy a homemade dinner and an evening under the stars. Lunch and dinner included.
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Accommodations

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An ideally located and comfortable campground, featuring picnic tables, fire pits, and access to restrooms and potable water.

Furnace Creek Campground

Adventure Camping

Furnace Creek Campground, nestled in the heart of Death Valley National Park, offers a unique desert camping experience at 190 feet below sea level. Surrounded by striking landscapes of rugged mountains, salt flats, and sand dunes, the campground provides a convenient base for exploring the park's iconic attractions. With a mix of shaded and open sites, Furnace Creek features picnic tables, fire pits, and access to restrooms and potable water. The stunning night skies and dramatic sunsets make it a favorite spot for stargazers and adventurers alike.