Mystery Canyon - Death Valley

This mystery canyon up near Butte Valley in Death Valley National Park is a commonly mistaken turn when people are exploring the area. This canyon has no features both natural or man-made that would draw someones attention to the area. Many people think this is Wood Canyon which is the next canyon... Read More
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Highlights of Mystery Canyon - Death Valley

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Highest Elevation
4873 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
Mystery Canyon
Nearest Town
Furnace Creek
Nearest Services
Furnace Creek
Management Agency
Death Valley National Park
District
Death Valley National Park

Overview

This mystery canyon up near Butte Valley in Death Valley National Park is a commonly mistaken turn when people are exploring the area. This canyon has no features both natural or man-made that would draw someones attention to the area. Many people think this is Wood Canyon which is the next canyon down Redlands Canyon. Since this canyon has at the end has no space for a group to turn around, it is advised larger groups avoid this canyon and continue on to Wood Canyon. You might be wondering why there is a road in this canyon, well that is the mystery.

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2 Waypoints
8 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
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1 Video
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