Natural

Darwin Falls

Inyo County, CA

Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.

Rare desert waterfall hidden in a lush canyon near Panamint Valley. A permanent spring-fed oasis with flowing water year-round — extremely unusual for Death Valley region.

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RegionInyo County, CA
Coordinates (approx.)36.3208, -117.5245
WaterYear-round waterfall
Hike2 miles round trip
SettingDesert oasis
AccessDirt road
FeeNational Park entrance fee
Best seasonNov-Mar; avoid summer heat

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Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.

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