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The History and Features of Death Valley National Park
09:41 - 13:41 (03:59)
Death Valley National Park attracts 1.5 million visitors annually to its stunning features including the salt flats of Badwater Basin, the colorful rocks of Artist's Palette, and the sand dunes of Mesquite. The park was first protected as a national monument in 1933 and designated as a park in 1994, being known for its intense heat and some areas that receive very little precipitation.
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The podcast host acknowledges the missed opportunity to make a Halloween-themed episode but highlights the fact that Death Valley was established on Halloween, making it a significant day for the park's birthday celebration.
09:41 - 10:26 (00:45)
Summary
The podcast host acknowledges the missed opportunity to make a Halloween-themed episode but highlights the fact that Death Valley was established on Halloween, making it a significant day for the park's birthday celebration.
ChapterThe History and Features of Death Valley National Park
Episode107: Origin Story. Death Valley National Park.
PodcastNational Park After Dark
Death Valley National Park is known for its stunning natural formations, including the Badwater Basin, Artist's Palette, and the mesquite flat sand dunes, which attract around 1.5 million visitors each year despite the intense heat.
10:26 - 13:41 (03:14)
Summary
Death Valley National Park is known for its stunning natural formations, including the Badwater Basin, Artist's Palette, and the mesquite flat sand dunes, which attract around 1.5 million visitors each year despite the intense heat. With some areas receiving very little precipitation, it was first protected as a national monument in 1933 and later designated as a park in 1994.