Rolling Sand Dunes

Sand dunes at stovepipe wells in Death Valley

Life in the desert

A bit of greenery in the midst of sand dunes.

The Grandstand

Another view of the Grandstand rock formation at the Racetrack Playa in Death Valley.

The Grandstand

The Grandstand rock formation at the Racetrack Playa in Death Valley.

The Playa

The Racetrack Playa in Death Valley is a dry riverbed.

Sudden Stop

The Racetrack Playa in Death Valley is known for rocks that mysteriously move from location to location often leaving a track of where they have been. This large rock looks like it skidded to a sudden stop. Maybe to avoid getting a ticket.

Solitude

A large rock in the middle of the Racetrack Playa.

Teakettle Junction

Teakettle Junction at a junction in the road on the way to the Racetrack Playa. It is tradition for people passing by to contribute a tea kettle to the collection.

Volcanic Meadow

The black dirt here is left over from ancient volcanic eruptions.