The lookout point is named after the mine owner Christian Breevort Zabriskie, born on October 16, 1864, who was Vice President and General Manager of the Pacific Coast Borax Company for 36 years. This produced borax in Death Valley.

Zabriskie Point became known worldwide mainly through the Hollywood thriller of the same name by Michelangelo Antonioni from 1969. This viewpoint is located southeast of Furnace Creek Ranch on Highway 190. It offers a unique view of the Badwater and Artist's Palette below and is surrounded by a breathtaking backdrop of striking eroded furrows and ocher-colored mud deposits.

Wilko Koning

February 27, 2023

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Zabriskie Point is a favorite with Death Valley National Park visitors for its sunset and sunrise vistas. Easy short hike to the viewpoint from the parking lot. It is possible to hike to other places from here too though if you're up for a bigger challenge!

Katrien

April 27, 2025

Hiking

This is one of the famous viewpoints of the park. It is surrounded by wild, sandy, barren mountains.

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1. Golden Canyon & Gower Gulch loop from Zabriskie Point — Death Valley National Park

9.69km

02:52

290m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Golden Canyon Trail – Zabriskie Point loop from Furnace Creek

12.4km

03:39

340m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Zabriskie Point – Badlands Loop in Gower Gulch loop from Snow Mountain

4.22km

01:14

110m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Furnace Creek, Inyo County, California, United States

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1. Golden Canyon & Gower Gulch loop from Zabriskie Point — Death Valley National Park

2. Golden Canyon Trail – Zabriskie Point loop from Furnace Creek

3. Zabriskie Point – Badlands Loop in Gower Gulch loop from Snow Mountain

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