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Heading for Badwater in Death Valley National Park, California.
Death
Valley National Park is something of a surprise. Firstly is a lot
bigger than most could imagine - bigger than most of the USA's other
parks, so don't take a drive lightly, especially if you choose the
long, less travelled north/south route. There are also a number of
steep mountain roads involved and air-con can play hell with your
engine power and with the motor's ability to keep cool.
Secondly the scenery is a lot more diverse and attractive than you
would think, with mountains and rock outcrops in differing shapes
and hues, scrubby 'corn' rows, sand dunes, salt pinnacles and the
famous salt lake Badwater. There's also a surreal mansion, Scotty's
Castle, that's popular with tour groups, and a visitor centre at Furnace
Creek.
The
hottest place on the planet due to its location, elevation - a couple
of hundred feet below sea level - lack of water and greenery, Death
Valley averages 112F [45C] in summertime so if that's when
you visit, try to go in the early morning or late afternoon. Alternatively
spring and autumn will be a lot more user-friendly.
And don't forget to carry plenty of water!
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