All-Women’s Death Valley Lodge-Based Hiking 

Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Las Vegas, where towering mountains and endless desert stretch out before you. Upon arrival in Death Valley, we’ll dive straight into one of the park’s most iconic hikes. The Golden Canyon Loop is the perfect introduction to this land of contrasts. The trail winds through golden-hued canyon walls, up to the stunning Red Cathedral, and then onward to the breathtaking views from Zabriskie Point, where endless badlands roll out beneath your feet. From there, we descend into the Gower Gulch, a beautiful and less-traveled path, completing this unforgettable loop. Expect colorful rock formations and dramatic landscapes at every turn.   

We’ll enjoy lunch on the trail and head toward our hotel for check-in before a delicious dinner out in Furnace Flats.

Drive Time: ~ 3 hours

Hiking Distance & Elevation: 7 miles, 1000-foot descent/ascent

Lunch, Dinner

Today is intentionally open, offering space to respond to the group’s energy, interests, and the ever-changing mood of the desert itself. We may set out to summit the adventurous and rugged Corkscrew Peak or opt for the high-altitude challenge and sweeping views atop Wildrose Peak. For a more relaxed pace, we might explore the vibrant narrows along Artist’s Palette Drive, wander the surreal salt flats of Badwater Basin, or marvel at the intricate formations of the Devil’s Golf Course.

Whether the day calls for bold elevation gain, creative photography, or colorful canyon wandering, we’ll follow the rhythm of the group—allowing the landscape and our shared momentum to guide the way. No matter which path we choose, the experience will be rich with beauty, discovery, and adventure.

Distance & Elevation: up to 8.5 miles, 2000-foot elevation change

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We start our morning with a sunrise breakfast out at Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes, where golden sand stretches endlessly, forming graceful, ever-shifting ridges. Wander the dunes, climb to their crests, and take in the quiet, expansive beauty while sipping hot drinks and enjoying a backcountry breakfast. 

From there we drive out to Ubehebe Crater, an incredible geologic formation, for a 1-mile loop hike around the top of the crater where we have 360 degree panoramic views of the Cottonwood, Grapevine, and distant Gold Mountains. 

We close our day in Mosaic Canyon, a geological masterpiece hidden within the mountains. This breathtaking hike takes you through narrow, polished marble passages and along unique mosaic rock formations, giving the canyon its name. There is some fun scrambling that adds to the adventurous feel of the hike. We enjoy a delicious backcountry lunch somewhere along the hike and eat dinner either in Stovepipe Wells or back at The Ranch. This day exploring the diversity that is Death Valley and is a guide-favorite!

Distance & Elevation: 6 to 8 miles, minimal elevation

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Our final morning begins with a hike into Desolation Canyon, a quiet and colorful gem tucked away from the more traveled parts of Death Valley. This lesser-known canyon offers a peaceful, reflective atmosphere—towering walls, swirling rock layers, and vibrant geology creating a sense of both awe and calm. It’s the perfect trail for taking it all in one last time.

At our turnaround point, we’re rewarded with sweeping views of Telescope Peak, Wildrose Peak, and the vast salt flats of Badwater Basin—a powerful visual reminder of the dramatic scale of this land and the personal journey we’ve shared. Here, we’ll take time for a brief closing circle, reflecting on what this experience has meant and what we’ll carry forward with us.

After hiking out, we begin our 3-hour drive back to Las Vegas, stopping for lunch at the historic Amargosa Opera House. Goodbyes are often filled with hugs, a few tears, and the quiet joy of having shared something truly special in the desert.

Distance & Elevation: 3.6 miles, 600-foot ascent/descent

Breakfast, Lunch

Drive Time: ~3 hours

• All lodging (double occupancy) for the duration of the trip.
• A professional, licensed and medically trained guide
• Use of day pack & trekking poles
• All meals from lunch on Day 1 through lunch on the last day + trail snacks
• Roundtrip transportation from your hotel in Las Vegas, NV
• Park entrance fees

• Transportation to/from Las Vegas, NV
• Lodging the night before/after the trip
• Clothing, raingear, and footwear
• Personal toiletries, sunscreen
• Water bottles/hydration bladder
• Guide gratuity (suggested ~15% of trip cost)

*Upon booking you will receive a detailed trip information packet

Most trips in Death Valley will accommodate 6 people plus one guide. On occasion, a group may be as large as 10 people plus 2 guides.

Our All Women’s Adventures are intended for adults 18 years of age or older. 

In order to confirm a reservation, we require an initial deposit of $250 per person, with the final balance due 90 days prior to the trip’s departure. If you book a trip within 90 days of the trip’s scheduled departure, then full payment is due at the time of booking.

Once we confirm availability, you will be provided with an online registration link. Your deposit is payable online by Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, or ACH transfer.

This trip will begin/end in Las Vegas, NV and you will need to spend the night prior to your trip’s scheduled departure in Las Vegas. You will want to fly into Harry Reid International Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) and shuttle services are available throughout Las Vegas.

Your guide will pick you up at your Las Vegas hotel the morning of your trip’s scheduled departure, at a pre-determined time. Most trips depart between 6:00am and 8:00am. We strongly recommend staying at the Tuscany Suites & Casino the night prior to departure, where we have arranged discounted rates for our guests.

You will receive an orientation email approximately 5 days prior to your trip’s departure with last-minute details and helpful information.

We will provide all transportation to/from trailheads for the duration of the trip. We will pick you up at your hotel in Las Vegas and return you there at the trip’s conclusion. Guests staying at the Tuscany Suites & Casino (recommended) can leave their cars at the hotel, as long as you have booked accommodations for the night prior to the trip’s departure and the night of the trip’s conclusion. The hotel cannot store any extra luggage for you so you will want to plan accordingly.

Expect to be back in Las Vegas by 4:00pm at the latest on the last day of the trip. Many trips will return earlier but we cannot make any guarantees. In general, it is recommended that you do not plan to fly home on the same day your trip finishes. Since each trip has slightly different logistics, feel free to contact us with specific questions related to the expected return time for your trip.