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Zabriskie Point: Iconic Badlands Overlook in Death Valley National Park

Zabriskie Point: Iconic Badlands Overlook in Death Valley National Park

Few national park landmarks can boast a namesake film like Zabriskie Point, the 1970 cult classic directed by Michelangelo Antonioni. This stunning Death Valley vista has captivated artists, from the cinematographers of 1960's Spartacus to U2's iconic The Joshua Tree album cover shoot. Even philosopher Michel Foucault praised its profound beauty after visiting.

Gaze over the eroded badlands beneath the Panamint Mountains, remnants of ancient lakes, creeks, and relentless erosion that shaped Death Valley long before its reputation for extreme heat. Watch for Manly Beacon—a striking wedge named after a 49er gold prospector—that glows dramatically at sunrise or sunset.

Access Zabriskie Point via a short hike from the parking lot, or extend your adventure on the Golden Canyon, Gower Gulch, and Badlands Loop trails, combinable for an 8-mile round trip.

Ample parking for cars and RVs, vault toilets, and interpretive exhibits are available. While parking and restrooms are accessible, the overlook trail has a steep grade that may challenge some mobility aids.


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