Are you looking for an educational experience on your visit? Learn about Death Valley and have some fun exploring!

Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center

The Ash Meadows NWR visitor center is complete with interactive educational exhibits and more! Explore the Crystal Springs Boardwalk behind the visitor center for a quick hike, or stay inside to explore the educational exhibits and watch the refuge film.

Become a Junior Ranger

Get the most out of your visit by becoming a Junior Ranger! Talk to a park ranger at the Furnace Creek Visitor Center to get started. After you have completed your book, head over to the book store to purchase your exclusive Junior Ranger patch!

Furnace Creek Visitor Center

On the hottest days, it is best to stay indoors. Fortunately, the Furnace Creek Visitor has plenty of educational opportunities for everyone to enjoy. Explore the museum or watch the 20-minute park video to learn more about Death Valley National Park!

Harmony Borax Works/Borax Museum

Take the short hike around Harmony Borax Works to learn about borax mining before heading over to the Borax Museum at The Ranch at Death Valley! While there, explore the ruins and imagine you are a muleskinner, on your way to the Mojave to transfer your load of borax!

Rhyolite

Rhyolite is the largest ghost town in Death Valley! Technically located outside of park boundaries, this adventure is on the way to Beatty, NV. Learn about the town’s history at the interpretive posts, and extend your visit by seeing the Bottle House or Goldwell Open Air Museum!