Panamint Dunes Trail
View Photos
Panamint Dunes Trail
Difficulty Rating:
The Panamint Dunes Trail is a stunning route within Death Valley National Park. Traversing the Panamint Sand Dunes, the trail is both entertaining to hike, and offers incredible vistas of the surrounding landscape. Take your time, and enjoy the beauty of the Panamint Sand Dunes!
Getting there
The trailhead for the Panamint Dunes Trail is located off of Lake Hill Road in Death Valley National Park.
About
| Backcountry Campground | No |
| When to do | October-April |
| Pets allowed | No |
| Family friendly | No |
| Route Signage | None |
| Crowd Levels | Moderate |
| Route Type | Out and back |
Panamint Dunes Trail
Elevation Graph
Weather
Panamint Dunes Trail Description
As the Panamint Dunes Trail is not along a designated Death Valley National Park trail, care should be taken when attempting. We recommend bringing some sort of mapping tool with you to help aid you in your navigation of the route. It is also recommended that you start the Panamint Dunes Trail earlier in the morning to avoid the intense midday heat.
With your vehicle parked alongside Lake Hill Road, head north towards the Panamint Dunes visible in the foreground. After steadily inclining in elevation, you will eventually reach the sand dunes, where you should take your time and explore. Once you have had a chance to appreciate the beauty of the dunes and their surrounding area, backtrack your steps towards your waiting vehicle on Lake Hill Road.
Similar hikes to the Panamint Dunes Trail hike
Brown Peak Trail
A longer route with a fair amount of elevation gain, the Brown Peak Trail should only be attempted by experienced…
Saline Mountain Trail
A physically demanding but beautiful route, the Saline Mountain Trail is a must do for experienced hikers in Death Valley…
Lower Telephone Canyon Trail
A difficult route that leads to an incredible vista where panoramic views of the surrounding area can be enjoyed, the…
Comments