DEATH VALLEY RACETRACK PLAYA--BRIAN HACKNEY
CBS's Brian Hackney explores Racetrack Playa in this piece for the nightly program 'Eye On The Bay'. **IMPORTANT UPDATE**
While the mystery presented within the piece was valid as of the airdate on CBS in 2010, the excellent work of Scripps geologists has rendered the puzzle essentially solved. Here's a link to a video explaining their work:
The road to the Racetrack Playa in Death Valley
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Driving Racetrack Playa Road 2014 (Death Valley National Park, CA)
This is the ride back from the Racetrack Playa in Death Valley. The Racetrack is the home of the mysterious moving rocks. The video consists of the 23 mile ride back to Ubehebe Crater, which is where the road begins. The memory card ran out of space 5-10 minutes before arriving at Ubehebe.
Most people are curious on how bad the road is, and whether or not their vehicle can make the trip. As you can see, the road is pretty rough and badly wash-boarded. There are also plenty of big and sharp rocks jutting out from the surface and sides. In my opinion, any vehicle can make the track, but it all depends on pure luck. If you go slow and avoid the sides, you will have better odds. Personally, I wouldn't even bother without at least a decent truck or SUV with beefier tires such as all-terrains or mud-terrains. It's all about how much you're willing to risk a flat tire in the middle of nowhere, where temperatures regularly exceed 100 degrees farhenheit, there is no cell phone service, and when you are finally able to get help, it will cost you a small fortune and much wasted time. After all, we did meet someone there who made it there in a Honda Fit!!!
How it is like driving in Death Valley National Park (Titus Canyon, Racetrack and more!)
No lens filter, no cheesy background music: this video shows the pure driving experience in Death Valley National Park (United States). The following roads are covered:
Titus Canyon Road (unpaved) 00:10
Racetrack Road (unpaved) 04:21
Aguereberry Point Road (unpaved) 25:49
Artists Drive 13:32
Scotty's Castle Road 08:32
CA 190 12:35 21:13
Emigrant Canyon Road 22:16
Here are some tips for driving in Death Valley:
1. You don't need a heavy-duty offroad vehicle or even an SUV to enjoy the scenery roads in DV. Any road-legal car can let you drive thru the majority of view points like badwater basin, zabriskie point, and many others including hiking trails.
2. However, if you deem driving as a hobby or you are already an off-roading fan, the backcountry roads in DV is a must try! DV probably has the most total miles of backcountry roads among all US national parks. Many of the unique breathtaking view points are only accessible via unpaved roads. Usually there are far less visitors at these view points which means you will take unobstructed pictures easily and have more dedicated time. An extreme reverse example is the wall street bull: always surrounded by a crowd.
3. For titus canyon road, racetrack road and aguereberry point road, 4x4 is not necessary if road surface is dry. What I drove in the video is a 4x4 Jeep Patriot with regular all-season tire. Yes, even all-terrain tire is optional. I see many sedan-like SUVs like CRV and RAV4 can handle these roads very well. As long as your vehicle has high clearance, there is no technical issue WHEN IT IS DRY (4x4 only if it is wet). But, please bear in mind that in such a remote area, towing service is super expensive if not impossible. What car you will offroad with is really a personal choice and either way can work 99% of the time. For the 1% unexpected incident, 4x4 and all-terrain tire can give you an extra layer of security and more ease in mind. Also, all the off-road driving techniques should apply. Know your car, drive with caution, manage friction, etc. Most importantly, whatever car you are driving, BRING TIRE INFLATOR, FULL SIZE SPARE TIRE, TIRE CHANGE TOOLS and TIRE FIX KIT you familiar with. Never go off-road if you don't know how to change a tire or fix a tire.
4. Titus canyon road has loose stones sometimes, the friction is lower. This is dangerous if you drive downhill. Focus on the road and slow down before you enter the loose stone area. Well, drifting is easy on the other side. Be safe and have fun.
5. Racetrack has better tire traction than titus canyon. The challenge is sharp stones. Follow previous tire tracks and avoid sharp stones as many as possible. DON'T RUSH, LEAVE A WHOLE DAY FOR RACETRACK. Slow down if you don't feel comfortable with the road condition.
6. The 6-mile Aguereberry point road is relatively easy. Be careful when the road grade is steep.
7. The above opinions are merely based on my personal experience. Your mileage may vary. Always use caution and focus when you are driving. Also, there are so many other roads in DV that I can't manage to cover. Do some research and enjoy your own exploration.
Drive to the Racetrack! Death Valley's Rough 4x4 Road to Roaming Rocks
This drive begins near Ubehebe Crater, and takes you on a bumpy ride down to the Racetrack playa, where rocks famously roam along the flat surface, leaving tracks behind. This is a rough, 4-wheel-drive road that's bumpy enough to shake my camera out of position -- it's the first time that's ever happened!
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Death Valley, March 2016, The Racetrack
In February 2016 there were multiple media reports of an impending Super Bloom in Death Valley National Park. A once in a decade event, the lure was too much for me. So, I packed up my gear and headed to California. While I fully expected to not be the only person to think of this, I was confident that my Jeep would allow me to access areas too remote for the madding crowds.
This is the second full day of my stay in the park. Over the past two evenings I had made two new friends who were camped next to me – Mitch and Doug – two brothers who were living life to its fullest. This morning I was headed to The Racetrack, where rocks seemingly move by themselves. But Mitch and Doug asked if I’d like to join them to catch the sunrise a mile above the valley floor, at Dante’s View. After that I would head to Ubehebe Crater, and then it was off to the Racetrack!
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The racetrack in death valley
This video is of the racetrack in death valley, ca where rocks move on their own
Death Valley National Park Road Trip - How You DON'T Want It To End
Death Valley National Park Road Trip
If you're not a big fan of the heat, but want to know what it's like inside Death Valley, this Death Valley tour video might help. This is the road trip my friend and I took just before summer.
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Death Valley is one of the hottest places in the world. It’s also a short 4 hour drive away from Los Angeles. With summer approaching, I wanted to take a road trip out to Death Valley before it got too hot.
My friend Bobby went with me. Neither of us had been, yet. We were only there two days yet I’d say we did learn how to road trip Death Valley successfully by failing at a few things first.
Here are some basic tips to get you started:
Bring a hat, sunscreen, and lots of water. And make sure you are 100% confident in whatever car you are taking out there. The conditions are rough. There’s virtually no cell phone service and no relief from the sun if you get stranded. Also, Death Valley camping is a thing, but I suggesting you know what you're doing. Because we wanted to make things simple, we just stayed in a motel in Beatty, right outside the park.
As I said, we planned on making this road trip to Death Valley a simple one, but it turned out to be the opposite of that because of car trouble. I had to get my car towed. I’ll let the video explain that.
Here are some more tips if you’re traveling to Death Valley:
What to see when visiting Death Valley:
-Father Crowley Vista
-Rhyolite Ghost Town
-Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes
-Badwater Basin
-Devil’s Golf Course
-Artist’s Drive
-Artist’s Palette
-Zabriskie Point (I don't know for certain, but this seemed to be a popular Las Vegas to Death Valley tour route destination. It was super crowded with lots of tour buses and people pouring out.)
-Dante’s View
My favorites:
Badwater Basin, Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes, Artist’s Drive/Palette
Devil’s Golf Course was pretty cool too. But mainly just because it’s fun to walk on. It’s razor sharp though.
Also, If you road trip Death Valley, consider the car you bring because there are certain roads that are only good for high clearance vehicles. Most of top sights are all accessible via paved roads, but there are a few (like the Race Track) that aren’t.
Where to stay in Death Valley:
We stayed overnight in a town called Beatty. It’s right outside the east edge of Death Valley and much cheaper. There are also some town-like areas (used town very loosely) inside the park with hotels, cottages, and camp grounds. Consider staying in Furnace Creek, Stovepipe Wells, or Panamint Springs. If you're looking for hotels near Death Valley, you don't have many options. I'd say Lone Pine to the west and Beatty to the east are your best options. Death Valley camping sites can be found all over the park. But again, make sure you know what you're doing and go in a cooler month.
We went in May to beat the heat, but it didn’t work. Death Valley weather is crazy. It was 110 and 111 the days we were there. The week before the weather was in the 90’s. The NP website actually says May is usually when it starts getting too hot for visitors.
I hope you enjoy watching our Death Valley tour via video. It was definitely quite the experience.
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Racetrack - Death Valley National Park aka The Racetrack Playa
The Racetrack in Death Valley National Park. A naturally flat dry lake bed with mysterious rocks that move hundreds of feet, seemingly on their own. One of the nicest places in all of Death Valley. Great description and pics:
Mystery of Death Valley's Moving Stones Solved
For decades, scientists have been trying to solve Death Valley's mystery of the moving stones. Now, two scientists say they have figured out what makes the rocks move on the desert floor. WSJ's Monika Auger reports.
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Racetrack Playa, Death Valley California
An amazing morning spent at the Racetrack Playa in Death Valley Ca. If you enjoyed my video? Please click like
The Racetrack Death Valley California
Rocks that move by themselves in Death Valley California. A geological mystery.
The RaceTrack Death Valley
The RaceTrack Death Valley
The Racetrack in Death Valley National Park
Video of the Racetrack in Death Valley National Park. This is a must-do in the park and arrive early to have the place to yourself. It's one of the few places you can walk or run with your eyes closed for extended period of time without fear of running into something. Great trail description and pics:
Butte Valley Trail Review and Off-Road Guide - Death Valley National Park California in 4K UHD
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In the middle of nowhere on the backside of the Panamint Mountain Range lays a secret of the desert. Even though it is extremely remote (60+ miles to the nearest town) this gem of the desert is a popular place for overlanders and off-road enthusiast to visit. Butte Valley, on the southeastern corner of Death Valley, is a unique and exciting place only accessible by 4wd on very old Jeep Trails. While visiting the area be prepared for some amazing views of lands where very few humans have ever been. You will dive into the old mining days of Panamint Mountains as you enter an area that was constructed back in the late 1800's. Becuase of the immense history, offroad enthusiast has been visiting this unique adventure for a long time, both enjoying its beauty and preserving it for future generations. Thus, the next time you are visiting Southern California or looking for something near Las Vegas, plan a trip to Death Valley and check out Butte Valley.
To spice things up, make this into a weekend overland adventure including Warm Springs Road, Butte Valley, Mengel Pass, and Goler Wash. This just might be the best 4wd trip you have or will ever take.
Trail Review done by Joshua Noesser all in 4k UHD. We had a Jeep Wrangler TJ, Toyota FJ Cruiser, and a Toyota 4Runner with Solid Axle in the group. We traveled from Panamint Valley, through Goler Canyon / Wash, by Barker Ranch aka Manson Ranch, to Mengal Pass, and dropped in to Buttle Valley. We ended up camping at Mengel Cabin and dropping out through Warm Springs Road in Death Valley National Park in California. Near Las Vegas, Near Baker, Near Barstow, Near Death Valley, Near Highway 15
The area is part of our Top 5 and Top 10 overland trails in Southern California and West Coast.
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Wandering Rocks of Death Valley
How do these rocks, some weighing hundreds of pounds, seem to move themselves across the floor of Death Valley? While some believe that electromagnetic fields generated by UFO's are responsible, planetary scientists reveal the actual explanation is a bit more down to Earth.
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Landscape Photography | Death Valley National Park | Racetrack Playa in Winter | Part one
My name is Anthony Blake and I am a photographer out of Northern CA. I recently returned from exploring the beautiful California desert.
Come join me on my landscape photography journey to the Racetrack Playa of Death Valley National Park! I set out to capture a couple images of the unique landscape of the Racetrack Playa. This part of the desert is full of mysterious beauty and my hope is to capture some of its beauty through my lens!
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Watch out for part 2 of this amazing trip, where I document amazing weather offering incredible landscape photography opportunities.
Two Minutes at the Racetrack Playa in Death Valley
A short visit to the famous Racetrack Playa in Death Valley National Park, California, home of the curious sailing stones. The road to the Racetrack is notorious for flatting out passenger cars and creating havoc for unprepared drivers, but as this video shows (sped up double speed for effect) it is a beautiful drive.
Echo Canyon Trail - Death Valley National Park, CA
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Echo Canyon boasts some of Death Valley's best qualities with its spectacular scenery, twisty canyons, rock arches, and mining history. This road is very popular among visitors as it can be easily driven with most street-legal vehicles and it is less than ten minutes away from the popular Furnace Creek Inn.
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Offroad Camping in Death Valley National Park - Nov 2018
A short montage of my weekend trip from the Bay Area to Death Valley. Two days is definitely not enough to explore all of Death Valley. I hope to spend some more time there in the future. We were able to hit the Racetrack and Eureka Sand Dunes. Hope you enjoy this video. RIP Malcolm.