Golden Canyon and Gower Gulch Loop Trail
ANY
HI
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Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐
Scenery: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Mileage: 6.5 mi
Region: Death Valley NP
Elev. Gain: 1,078 ft
When to Go: Year-Round
Avg. Time: 3 hr
Parking: Large paved lot
Type: Loop
Pass: America the Beautiful or $30
Know Before You Go:
Bring twice as much water as you think you need.
Start early to avoid hiking midday.
The Gower Gulch portion of the loop is significantly less scenic (we recommend an out + back on the Golden Canyon portion).
You’ll have the chance to see amazing colors on Zabriskie Point if you come at sunrise.
