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Mosaic Canyon Trail in Death Valley National Park

The Mosaic Canyon Trail in Death Valley National Park offers a fascinating experience with its unique geological features and striking desert beauty. As you traverse this trail, you'll encounter narrow, polished canyon walls of marble, revealing a smooth texture that has been sculpted by ancient flash floods. The hike features sections of colorful rock formations, particularly the mosaic-like breccia, and winding slot canyons that provide an otherworldly atmosphere. While some portions of the trail are challenging due to slippery surfaces and rocky obstacles, the reward is an up-close view of the dramatic desert landscape that makes this one of the park's most memorable hikes. #Hiking #Canyon #Desert #Rock #Nature

  • Distance: 6.9 Km
  • Elevation gain: 474 m
  • Maximum elevation: 642 m
  • Elevation loss: 496 m
  • Minimum elevation: 283 m

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 6.9 Km
  • Elevation gain: 474 m
  • Maximum elevation: 642 m
  • Elevation loss: 496 m
  • Minimum elevation: 283 m

About this trail

Name: Mosaic Canyon Trail in Death Valley National Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Mosaic Canyon Trail, Inyo County, California, United States (36.57011 -117.14356)

End: Mosaic Canyon Road, Stovepipe Wells, Inyo County, California, United States (36.57225 -117.14435)

Coordinates: 36.55796 -117.14435 36.57225 -117.12726

Gear up for your next adventure:

🥘Camping Cookware Set - Compact nesting pots and pans for trail cooking
🔨Vehicle Emergency Tool - Safety tool for remote road trips to trailheads
🥾Mountaineering Boots - Supportive boots for climbing and high-altitude hiking
👖Convertible Hiking Pants - Zip-off legs to adapt to changing weather conditions
🧭Orienteering Kit - Tools for map reading and navigation in the wild

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