Nothing beats Death Valley during the term of big hiking and amazing views. With elevations down to 300 feet below sea level and up to 11,049, there’s a huge variety of plants, animals, and geologic formations. Check out the Ubehebe Crater, the Badwater Salt Flat, and Dante’s View on our upcoming journey this March. Geologist …

LIFE IN DEATH: Desert gold in Death Valley National Park (courtesy, Xanterra Parks & Resorts) Officials in Death Valley National Park are predicting a bumper wildflower season this spring following record rainfall in the California park. Torrential downpours from head to foot the state at the end of January, plus higher than average accumulation throughout …