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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4.5/5 · 1,249 reviews
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Nov 18, 2024
Visited with my wife and it was our first trip to Death Valley. My goal was to see desert sand dunes without going to Egypt. Well I’m still giving 5 stars but it isn’t Egypt. Looked like fog driv… Full review by ccarlson2022
Nov 10, 2024
The sand dunes were great, but the least impressive thing about Death Valley. They aren’t too high, but are vast. We went at sunset as we heard it creates great shadows - it was fine but didn’t blow … Full review by msa23_2000
Sep 21, 2024
Perfect soft sand dunes . Bushes that are popping out from the ground so randomly are just adding to the atmosphere. I believe that you can walk as far towards the dunes as you want, but most people… Full review by Jana K

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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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Yes!
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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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