️The Annual Death Valley Trek: March 2026

Four days. One vast desert. Endless ways to get lost (and found).

It’s time for our annual pilgrimage to the lowest, hottest, and driest place in North America. Because of the massive distance and varying riding styles in our group, there is no organized group ride to the park. Instead, this is your chance to grab a few fellow members, map out your own epic route, and meet us at the camp for four nights under the brightest stars in California.

Member sign up opens Feb 22. Initiate member signup opens Mar 1. This is a popular event so please cancel if your plans change to avoid a no show fee.

⛺ The Basecamp

• Dates: Thursday, March 26 – Monday, March 30

• Location: Reserved group campsites (Check the member forum for specific site numbers).

• The Vibe: Arrival times will vary. Set up your gear, crack a cold one, and join the nightly campfire to swap stories from the road.

️ Organize Your Adventure

Whether you’re slab-hunting on a touring bike or seeking out dusty "shortcuts" on a GS, the journey is yours to build. Reach out to your riding buddies now to coordinate departure times and routes.

Things to Do & See

While we’re based in Furnace Creek, the entire park is your playground. Here are a few must-do’s for your weekend:

• The Artist’s Palette: A 9-mile one-way paved loop through hills that look like they’ve been spray-painted in pastel pinks and greens.

• Badwater Basin: Stand at 282 feet below sea level. It’s a surreal walk out onto the salt flats.

• Dante’s View: A steep, winding climb to 5,500 feet for a bird’s-eye view of the entire valley floor.

• Zabriskie Point: The absolute best spot for sunrise. The "badlands" glow gold and orange as the sun hits the peaks.

• The Furnace Creek "Oasis": Stop by the Ranch for a burger, hit the world's lowest-elevation golf course, or grab a photo with the giant thermometer at the Visitor Center.

• The Dark Sky Festival: Keep an eye out—late March often aligns with the park's Dark Sky events. The stargazing here is world-class.

⚠️ Pro-Tips for the Desert

• Get your Pass online. You can now purchase an annual park pass online and store the card on your Iphone. No more searching for your pass.

• Hydrate or Die: It might be March, but the desert air is bone-dry. Carry more water than you think you need.

• Layers: Expect 80°F days and 45°F nights. Pack for both!