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The Racetrack


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 17 attractions in Death Valley Junction
Traveller Description: Unusual desert area where rocks move from place to place, but the actual movements have never been observed by humans.
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Attraction type: Geological formation, Desert, National park
Activities: Hiking, Mountain biking, Four-wheeling
Address: Death Valley National Park Death Valley Junction, Death Valley National Park, CA 92328
Tel: 760-786-2331

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5 Aug 2009
2
people found this review helpful

I only got one. It was a little bit intimidating being miles away with nobody around and a flat tire. Bring a full size spare or at least two cans of Fixaflat, a tire patch kit, an air pump and a regular spare. High clearance vehicale probably needed also. It's quite a sight once you get to the Racetrack. Just... more

6 Jul 2009
4
people found this review helpful

You will find assorted reviews of the racetrack at many different sites. Some rather glibly tell you that the ride ain't bad and that a regular car will get you there. NOSENSE. It is a kidney thumping 27 miles in EACH direction. I drove a "trail rated" Chrysler Jeep and it made mince meat of the suspension. The trail is... more

15 May 2009
4
people found this review helpful

Took our RV to Death Valley, unhooked the jeep, and drove up to "The Racetrack". When we went the road wasn't too bad, but yet it can still be a bit bumpy in areas. Make sure you stop at "teapot junction" and take a picture of all the teapots, on your way up to the racetrack. It's an unexpected, but... more

WARNING
21 Dec 2004
8
people found this review helpful

This page says 4 wheeling and mountain biking are allowed. This is NOT true. Also be warned you may need four-wheel drive to get there. more

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Death Valley National Park, Death Valley Junction, Death Valley National Park, CA 92328
Tel: 760-786-2331