US-01 Death Valley Pop
Overview
Death Valley is the purest expression of what a Pop can be — a bold, otherworldly push across vast salt flats, sculpted canyons, and the quietest desert you’ll ever step into. It’s a day that feels impossible until you’re in it, moving through heat‑shimmered horizons and ancient landscapes that make the whole world go still. If you want a Pop that leaves a mark — this is the one.
Quick Stats
• Base Town: Furnace Ranch, California
• Distance: 22 miles
• Elevation Gain: 11,700 ft
• Estimated Time: 12–20 hours
• Route Type: Out-and-Back
When to Hike
US‑01 is at its strongest in late fall through early spring, when temperatures are manageable and the climb from desert heat to alpine cold feels dramatic but doable. Summer is dangerously hot — this Pop is a shoulder‑season and winter classic for a reason.
Shorty's Well - Telescope Peak GPX File
