Are dogs allowed on Artists Drive?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Artists Drive but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Artists Drive?

No, Artists Drive does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Artists Drive?

Artists Drive is rated difficult. It is 9.7 miles long with 1,827 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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DifficultPoint to Point

Death Valley National Park/California

Artists Drive

Death Valley, California

9.7 mi

Distance

1,827 ft

Elev. Gain

4h 4m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

This isn't a roads that you can drive on off-road. This is a scenic one-way road according to the quotes cited above. The park does require dogs to be in the park, but they're not Allowed on the trails. You can get your pooch here, but you cannot leave your vehicle.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:-57 ft

Max:296 ft

557 ft

567 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by National Park Service

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Source of truth

National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.

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Operator:760-786-3200
Address:PO Box 579 · Death Valley, CA · 92328

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page

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Artists Drive

About This Trail

Trail Conditions

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This trail crosses hunting units

Nearby Trails

Artist's Palette

Devil's Golf Course

Death Valley Natural Bridge Road

Desolation Canyon Trail

Twenty Mule Team Road

Golden Canyon Trail to Red Cathedral

Other trails in Death Valley National Park

Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes Trail

Mosaic Canyon Trail

Golden Canyon Trail to Red Cathedral

Gower Gulch Loop Trail

Zabriskie Point

Darwin Falls Trail via Old Toll Road

Campgrounds near this trail

Hole in the wall wash

Breakfast Canyon, Death Valley

Texas Springs Campground

Upper Loop Texas Springs Campground

Lower Loop Texas Springs Campground

The Oasis at Death Valley Fiddlers' Campground

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