Corkscrew Peak in Death Valley National Park

Corkscrew Peak

Rising 5,804 feet, Corkscrew Peak is a prominent landmark in the Grapevine Mountains.

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Corkscrew Peak Details

Rising 5,804 feet, Corkscrew Peak is a prominent landmark in the Grapevine Mountains on the east side of Death Valley National Park, owing more to its odd appearance than its modest height. Hikers can park near the Corkscrew Peak sign on Daylight Pass Road to tackle the 7.5 mile trek to the summit, which involves 3,300 feet of elevation gain.

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Nearby Parks Around Corkscrew Peak

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Corkscrew Peak

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2.6 mi away

Titanothere Canyon Trail

Titanothere Canyon is a moderately strenuous like from Titus Canyon Road to Lostman Spring,

2.9 mi away

Titus Canyon Road

Titus Canyon Road is the most traveled backcountry road in Death Valley National Park.

4.0 mi away

Fall Canyon Trail

Fall Canyon, like many in Death Valley, has some beautiful narrows that are fun to explore.

5.3 mi away

Klare Spring

This dependably flowing spring in Titus Canyon is famous for its Native American petroglyphs.

5.6 mi away

Death Valley Buttes

This trio of buttes in Death Valley near Hell's Gate are a prominent landmark for drivers entering the park on Highway 374.