Furnace Creek Campground is near the center of Death Valley National Park. With extreme temperatures in the summer, most visitors choose to tour the park from October through April. Visitors at Furnace Creek Campground enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding area and are close enough to drive to some of the main features in the park. Badwater is the lowest point in North America. A nearby trail leads to the Harmony Borax Works.
Visitors should check with park officials at the visitor center for information about other attractions such as Scotty's Castle. Scotty's Castle was closed in 2015 due to flood damage and will remain closed until fall 2021. Some roads may also be closed. Check Death Valley Alerts and Conditions for updated information.
Furnace Creek Campground has 136 campsites. Of those, 18 have full hook-ups. Another 46 campsites are designated for tents only. Most of the sites are fairly exposed, however, there are some trees for shade. There are also 5 Group Campsites.
| Furnace Creek Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Furnace Creek Campground Location: | Highway 190 east from Highway 395 at Olancha |
| Elevation: | -196 feet |
| Mileage from Gateway City: | Bakersfield - 226 miles
Las Vegas - 142 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 136 |
| Camping Season: | Open year-round |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 (or one RV) |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by: | Death Valley National Park |
| Death Valley National Park: | (760) 786-3200 |
| Reservations at Furnace Creek Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available: | Reservations are available for camping dates from October 15 to April 15; otherwise first-come, first-served. |
| Reservation window: | from 4 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date |
| Camping Limit: | 14 nights from October through May with 30 days total per year |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 35 feet |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | #22, 49, 74, 77, 84, 115, 147, 149 |
| Fees: | Standard Sites: Oct. 15 to April 15, $22 per night
Standard Sites: April 16 to Oct. 14, $16 per night RV Hook-up Sites: $36 per night year-round |
| Reservations: | Furnace Creek Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 1:00 PM, 12:00 PM |
| Furnace Creek Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill; some full hook-up sites |
| Campground: | Flush toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | Yes |
| Attractions near Furnace Creek Campground: | Start with a tour of the Visitor Center. Find many hiking trails and mountain biking routes. Stop by the Borax Museum. Make a drive out to Badwater Basin. Yes, there is a golf course. Other favorite attractions include Golden Canyon, Artist's Drive, Stovepipe Wells, and Panamint Springs. |
Furnace Creek Group Campsite
Furnace Creek Campground includes 5 group, tents-only campsites. Three of the sites can accommodate up to 15 people and up to 3 vehicles. The other 2 campsites can accommodate up to 40 people and 10 vehicles. No campervans, RVs or pop-up tents are allowed. Only Site #5 allows the use of generators.
Fees: $35 or $60 per night
Reservations: Furnace Creek Group Campsite Reservations
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.
Furnace Creek Campground
Death Valley is more than just the lowest point in the United States. The valley is surrounded with breathtaking peaks, fascinating geologic formations, and interesting attractions. Most visitors plan their trips to Death Valley for the cooler seasons. Summer is not the best time to come as temperatures can reach 120 degrees. Those who camp at Furnace Creek Campground most often use it as a base from which to explore the park.
Check Death Valley National Park - Camping for any campground updates.
