ᨒ☼ Death Valley's🔭Telescope Peak☼ᨒ

This hike is best suited for currently fit hikers with recent high-elevation conditioning.

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Telescope Peak is the highest point in Death Valley—and apparently we’ve decided that simply visiting Death Valley isn’t enough. We need to stand on top of it!

Starting from Mahogany Flat Campground, we’ll follow the ridgeline toward the 11,043-foot summit of Telescope Peak. Along the way, we’ll travel through pinyon pine and mountain mahogany before the landscape opens up to some seriously spectacular views: we’ll look down toward Badwater Basin—282 ft below sea level—and across toward Mt. Whitney, the highest point in the Lower 48. That’s a whole lot of vertical geography packed into one view.👀

And because one summit would apparently be showing restraint, we’ll tag Bennett Peak and Rogers Peak on the way back. Three peaks. One hike. Death Valley from the top!
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• Questions or comments? Text Liz at 702-496-2455

Please provide a separate answer to these 3 questions when RSVP'g:
1️⃣. Did you read the entire hike description?
2️⃣. Unless I already have it, what's your cell #?
3️⃣. Do you have an AWD/4WD vehicle with decent clearance (Subaru Outback/SUV minimum) you can drive? If yes, what is the make, model, and number of available seat belts?

📉HIKE STATs:

• Distance: ≈13 miles (out/back)
• Elevation gain: between 3,250 ft - 4,000 ft
• Highest point: ≈11,043 ft
• Duration: ≈10-12 hours (inclusive of driving & hiking)
• Difficulty: strenuous
• Pace: steady, conversational - perfect for currently fit, high-elevation-conditioned hikers who want to enjoy the scenery and social vibe without feeling rushed
• Telescope Peak Weather Forecast

🎒GEAR:

• Hiking boots or trail shoes are required
• Trekking poles are optional but very helpful
• 2-3L of water, sun protection, snacks & electrolytes
• Carry a windbreaker, warm gloves, & appropriate headwear when hiking at elevation

🔆OTHER:

• No guests, children/minors, canines, or event crashers, please!
• Must be a VegasHikers member & on the Going list to attend.

🌮POST HIKE:

• We're Gen X. Of course this ends with tacos. After spending the day voluntarily climbing three peaks, we'll return to Vegas and descend upon Lindo Michoacán for dinner like the responsible adults we've somehow become. Three peaks. Tacos. Zero regrets.🤘🏼

ᯓ★ DISCLAIMER:
Please be aware that your Meetup organizers are not tour guides and are not park rangers. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant - including you - at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer, and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group. ༺🦋༻