Alkali Flat Trail
Red diamond markers. 5 miles of relentless dune climbs with zero shade. Only for the fit.
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Trails
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Backcountry Camping Loop Trail
2-mile dune assault with zero shade, zero water. Loose sand and steep climbs demand grit.
View guideDune Life Nature Trail
1-mile dune loop with two steep climbs in full desert sun. Bring minimum 2L water, start before 8am.
View guideInterdune Boardwalk
Only wheelchair-accessible trail. Flat 0.4mi boardwalk with shade, wildlife viewing, and interpretive signs. 20 min.
View guidePlaya Trail
Flat 0.5-mi loop to a dried lakebed. See 10,000 years of history in 30 minutes. Zero effort, maximum science.
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