The Grandstand via Racetrack Trail
The Grandstand via Racetrack Trail

The Grandstand via Racetrack Trail

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The Grandstand via Racetrack Trail

The Grandstand via Racetrack Trail

Distance: 1.8mi
Elevation: 59ft
Time: 0.5-1h

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A short trail that is not too physically demanding, The Grandstand via Racetrack Trail is an excellent route for beginner hikers and families with young children. Taking you through the Grandstand - a unique rock formation in an otherwise characterless landscape - the route is picturesque, so be sure to bring your camera!

The Grandstand via Racetrack Trail Map

Getting there

The trailhead for The Grandstand via Racetrack Trail is located off of Racetrack Valley Road.

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About

Backcountry Campground

Homestake Dry Camp

When to do

November-March

Pets allowed

No

Family friendly

Yes

Route Signage

None

Crowd Levels

Low

Route Type

Out and back


The Grandstand via Racetrack Trail
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The Grandstand via Racetrack Trail Description

As The Grandstand via Racetrack Trail is not along a designated Death Valley National Park pathway, care should be taken when attempting. We recommend bringing some sort of mapping tool to help aid you in your navigation. Likewise, as The Grandstand via Racetrack Trail is within the desert environment of Death Valley National Park, it is important you prepare yourself for the conditions by drinking lots of water and wearing sunscreen.

With your vehicle parked along Racetrack Valley Road, make your way east towards the Grandstand rock formation in the foreground. After a few hundred feet of walking, you will arrive at the Grandstand, so take some time and explore this incredibly unique formation. If you are interested, you can walk further out onto the flats, past the Grandstand to explore. Whatever you choose to do, when you are ready, simply backtrack your steps towards Racetrack Valley Road, and your waiting vehicle.

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