Historic
Inyo County, CA
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Former Pacific Coast Borax company town and rail junction on the Amargosa Desert, centered on Marta Becket’s legendary hand-painted Amargosa Opera House — adobe hotel, mural-filled theater, and classic Death Valley gateway stop.
| Region | Inyo County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 36.3022, -116.4146 |
| Era | Early 1900s borax rail town; opera house restored mid-20th c. |
| Highlight | Amargosa Opera House murals & performances |
| Setting | Amargosa Desert east of Death Valley NP |
| GNIS | feature_id 1656477 (Death Valley Junction) |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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