Death Valley Sand Dunes and Water

Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes

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These dunes are the best known and easiest to visit in the national park. Located in central Death Valley near Stovepipe Wells, access is from Hwy. 190 …

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Mar 27, 2025
Nice to see sand dunes, and walk a long way into that landscape; safe, (get on a sand dune top and look for the parking area). Kids will love it.Full review by Henk G
Mar 22, 2025
This is an amazing place to see the sunrise. We saw many animals tracks like the Roadrunner, but we saw no animals. Walking on the sand barefoot feels amazing you should try it!Full review by Quest13486160352
Mar 21, 2025
Stopped here for the dunes. Beautiful in every way. If I remember correctly we camped somewhere in the vicinity. Want to go back.Full review by Kai C
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Located at the northern end of Death Valley, Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes feature massive dunes, some as tall as 100 feet (30.48 meters…
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Is the dunes accessible by car?
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Yes, there is a pullout and small parking lot adjacent to the dunes. You can walk out as far as you'd like or take pictures from the car. 4wheel drive is not needed.
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Is sand sledding allowed?
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I don't know and they are a fair walk from parking lot. You could ask the visitor center
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Hello, are you able to access the dunes with a regular car, like a sedan? coming from Phoenix AZ I guess trough las Vegas NV!
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Hi, yes you can, there is a paved car park just off the main road and it is then a short walk of about 100 yds to the star tof the dunes themselves.
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Answer by Gavin B · Jun 3, 2015
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