Death Valley National Park - Facilities

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MUSEUMS

Scotty's Castle Visitor Center and Museum

Open

Summer 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Winter 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m..

Phone

(760) 786-2392

Location

Scotty's Castle and the Scotty's Castle Visitor Center are located at the north end of Death Valley National Park 53 miles from Furnace Creek and approximately 45 miles from Stovepipe Wells Village. From U.S. Route 95, 154 miles north of Las Vegas, it is 26 miles to Scotty's Castle on Nevada State Route 267.

Special Programs

The highlight of a visit to Scotty's Castle is the 50 minute long guided living history tour of the interior of the main house. The tours are first come first served on the day of the tour and the first tour starts at 9:00 a.m. Tickets are available at the Castle Ticket Office during the winter months and at the Visitor Center during the summer. The last tour for the day starts at 5:00 p.m. and the grounds close for the day at 6:00 p.m. A self-guiding tour of the Castle grounds is available. Check at the Castle Ticket Office for information and guide booklet.

Exhibits

The Scotty's Castle Visitor Center contains exhibits and interactive displays from the Castle Museum Collection. Exhibits cover the fascinating history of the Castle with special emphasis on the two personalities Death Valley Scotty and Albert M. Johnson.

Available Facilities

During the summer season, from April through October, the Visitor Center serves as the ticket office for guided tours of Scotty's Castle. The Death Valley Natural History Association operates a book sales outlet in the Visitor Center. The Association makes available books and information on the story of Scotty's Castle and general information on Death Valley. Xanterra Parks and Resorts operates a sandwich shop and gift shop on the Castle grounds, and also operates a gasoline station during the day.

Furnace Creek Visitor Center and Museum

Open

Winter 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

Phone

(760) 786-3200

Location

The visitor center is located in the Furnace Creek resort area on California highway 190. Furnace Creek is 30 miles from Death Valley Junction to the east, and 24 miles from Stovepipe Wells Village to the north and west.

Special Programs

A 15 minute long introductory slide program is shown throughout the day. During the winter season, November through March, rangers present a wide variety of walks, talks, and slide presentations about Death Valley's cultural and natural history.

Exhibits

The visitor center has displays dealing with the geology, climate, wildlife and natural history of the park. There are also specific sections dealing with the human history and pioneer experience.

Available Facilities

The Furnace Creek Visitor Center is the main visitor information source for the park. There is a fully staffed information desk with information on all aspects of the park and it's operation. The Death Valley Natural History Association maintains a well stocked book sales outlet specifically geared towards the natural and cultural history of the park.