Uploaded November 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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The Golden Canyon to Red Cathedral to Zabriskie Point to Gower Gulch loop combines Death Valley's best geology, viewpoints, and history into one route. The loop covers varied terrain through colorful badlands, side trips to a slot canyon and a famous overlook, and a return through an old mining gulch. If you're limited to one Death Valley hike, this gives you the full experience without committing to an extreme distance or summer heat. Winter through early spring offers the best conditions. No permit required, but start early to avoid afternoon heat even in cooler months.
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MAPS & HIKE LINKS: hikingguy.com/hiking-trails/death-valley-hikes/golden-canyon-and-gower-gulch-loop-hike
*Gear I'm Using Now:*
* inReach: hkgy.co/inreach
* Hiking App: hkgy.co/app
* Watch: hkgy.co/watch
* Shoes: hkgy.co/shoes
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* Rescue Insurance: hkgy.co/insurance
*Full Hiking Gear List (What I Use Now - Tested & Not Sponsored):*
hikingguy.com/gear
*More Hiking Content*
* Guide: hikingguy.com/hikes/golden-canyon-gower-gulch-death-valley
* Website: hikingguy.com
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* Monthly Hiking News (free): patreon.com/c/hikingguy
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The Golden Canyon to Red Cathedral to Zabriskie Point to Gower Gulch loop combines Death Valley's best geology, viewpoints, and history into one route. The loop covers varied terrain through colorful badlands, side trips to a slot canyon and a famous overlook, and a return through an old mining gulch. If you're limited to one Death Valley hike, this gives you the full experience without committing to an extreme distance or summer heat. Winter through early spring offers the best conditions. No permit required, but start early to avoid afternoon heat even in cooler months.
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