Every traveler has a “must visit” list. Whether yours is on paper or just knocking around in your head, you need to add a trip to Death Valley in California and Nevada to that list. This spot is way more than just sand and sun. Read on to learn why Death Valley is the one destination you must check out in 2018.

1. Death Valley is located in Eastern California in the Mojave Desert.
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2. It’s hottest place on Earth. In 1913, the air temperature in Furnace Creek reached a sweltering 134 degrees Fahrenheit.
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3. The Badwater Basin is the lowest place in North America.
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4. Death Valley is a place of extremes, but its otherworldly beauty is undeniable.
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5. It’s bordered by the staggering Sylvania Mountains to the north and the Owlshead Mountains to the south.
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6. Twilight makes the waters of Salt Creek glow.
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7. The sweeping sand dunes of the park are breathtaking.
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8. Though temperatures can get quite sweltering, hiking through the dunes is a popular activity.
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9. The dunes at sunset are particularly stunning.
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10. Catching the last rays of the day at the Harmony Borax Works is a great way to end a day of exploration.
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11. Cracked earth creates beautiful patterns on the desert floor.
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12. There's something so inspiring about being able to see for miles through the desert.
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13. The landscape here is beautifully surreal.
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14. With vivid colors and dramatic rock formations, there's something photo-worthy around every bend.
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15. Death Valley should definitely be on your must-see list for 2018.
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Whether you’re looking to plan a cross-country road trip or just a weekend away, you’d do well to check out our list of the most beautiful places in America.

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