death valley - DPChallenge Forums

03/29/2005 11:44:35 AM · #1

we are thinking of taking a trip in a few weeks to visit death valley during this rather rare season of wildflower blooms.

anyone else planning to check it out, already been, or live near by with any suggestions on efficient travel in the area.

it's not definate, but seems like something worth checking out.
my father was out there last week, and is really pushing me to go.

my thoughts are to rent a vehicle we could sleep/camp in to cut back on early morning, and evening travel. moving about during mid day. i figure we would have 3 or 4 days in/near the valley, and maybe a day or two in vegas - we have never been to either location.

thanks

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

03/29/2005 02:06:52 PM · #2

no one else is intrigued by the happenings in death valley?

kdkaboom

Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT

03/29/2005 02:10:20 PM · #3

Hell yeah I'm intrigued. I saw a PBSish special on the wildflowers. Amazing what a little rain will do :p

I don't know how long the flowers peak, though. I heard they'll only hang out for a month or so! I'd go if I could, but I can't, so I ain't.

But if you do go, have a blast! Your itinerary ideas sound truly awesome! Viva Las Vegas!

03/29/2005 02:21:08 PM · #4

depending on elevation - the blooms should last through june.

the floor should be blooming through the end of april depending on temperatures...

dsidwell

Canon EOS-5D

03/29/2005 05:21:20 PM · #5

Wow, I understand that Death Valley is just crazy with flowers because of all the rain this winter. It hasn't bloomed like this in many, many years. I wish I could go, Tim! Please go so we can be there with you when you show us your amazing photos!

dsidwell

Canon EOS-5D

03/29/2005 05:22:28 PM · #6

Originally posted by soup:

depending on elevation - the blooms should last through june.

the floor should be blooming through the end of april depending on temperatures...

Woah, June? I may be able to get a few days in May! . . .