Although not the oldest geological feature in the park by far, this crater is definitely one of the most spectacular. The volcanic crater, 600-feet deep, was created from steam and gas explosions from rising magma. There are other smaller depressions in the vicinity, some of which might have been made 300 years ago.

This playa is famous for the rocks that seemingly move on their own, creating "tracks" across the crusty surface. The movement is actually a phenomenon of erosional forces which cause the rocks to fall from surrounding mountains, leaving behind linear trails as they move. Some have moved about 1,500 feet. Because the ground is very rugged 4x4 vehicles with a higher undercarriage are recommended on Racetrack Valley Road; regular cars often get flat tires out here.

For the best experience visit this elevated overlook at sunrise when the early sun casts a golden glow over the sand dunes. The otherworldly atmosphere has made its way into pop culture, most notably on the cover of the U2 album "Joshua Tree" and as a film location of the 1960 film "Spartacus." In recent years a photo of the dune-covered landscape was altered to create the planet of Arvala-7 in "The Mandalorian." As part of Death Valley National Park, Zabriskie Point is accessible 24/7.

Located on the west side of the otherwise dry 3-million-plus-acres of Death Valley National Park, this waterfall is fed from one of four continuous streams within this vast region. It's the highest waterfall in the park at 80 feet high. To get to the trailhead, take Route 190 to Old Toll Rd. Drive for about 3 miles and you'll see the parking lot on your right-hand side.

Named after the Italian poet who wrote "The Divine Comedy," this terrace overlooks Death Valley. Although Dante had no knowledge of this deep depression in Earth's crust, perhaps the view could be described as one of the nine circles of hell. Most visitors cite sunrise or sunset as the best times to visit. The terrace is open 24/7. To get there, take CA-190 to Furnace Creek Wash Rd. which will take you directly to Dante View Rd.

The natural sandstone arch is located about 15 minutes from the parking lot but you can also opt to walk the 2.3-mile trail. It's about 46 feet long and was created from flash flood erosion. You can find the parking area right off of Badwater Rd; the trail is open 24/7.

The craggy, pockmarked landscape would be the playground for the Prince of Darkness, hence the descriptive name. The spiky formations are created when water evaporates from the salt-rich earth, leaving behind spires, some of which are as high as 2 feet. The unholy golf course is part of Death Valley National Park and is open 24/7. You might even hear snaps, crackles, and pops, which are the crystals of salt bursting in the high heat of the desert.

The focal point of Artist's Drive, this colorful spot in the 3.50-million-acre Death Valley National Park gets its vibrant hues from a mixture of oxidized metal in the soil. Continued chemical weathering and oxidation keep the rainbow tints from fading. The splash of color is located about 7 miles from the entry point of the drive (from Badwater Road).

Long before this was a national park, a Catholic priest with an adventurous spirit traveled here in the 1930s to preach to the people of Inyo County Parish. The point and the surrounding canyons are now part of the R-2508 Complex where the military performs test flights. If you come during the day, you might hear the roar of jets flying overhead or in the nearby Star Wars Canyon. The parking lot is located on the north side of CA-190.