Are dogs allowed on Devil's Golf Course?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Devil's Golf Course but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Devil's Golf Course?

No, Devil's Golf Course 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 Devil's Golf Course?

Devil's Golf Course is rated easy. It is 2.6 miles long with 95 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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EasyOut and Back

Death Valley National Park/California

Devil's Golf Course

Death Valley, California

2.6 mi

Distance

95 ft

Elev. Gain

54m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

You can get to the Devil's Golf Course parking lot by driving 1.3mi. You will see a sign where to turn in. The road ends in a parking lot. If you like, you canAdmire the scenery from your car or walk out into the crazy rock field. You can't see the interesting rocky structures from Badwater Road, but it's worth the short trip out. It's a strange landscape that you won't see anywhere else.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:-83 ft

Max:-58 ft

29 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
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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Devil's Golf Course

About This Trail

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