Mosaic Canyon, Death Valley National Park

Mosaic Canyon is one of the most accessible and visually striking hikes in Death Valley National Park — a non-technical canyon with beautifully polished dolomite walls that resemble marble, interspersed with colorful mosaic-like breccia conglomerate sections. The trail starts just west of Stovepipe Wells and follows the canyon for about 2 miles each way.

No permit is required and the trailhead is easily accessible by car. The canyon walls become increasingly narrow and polished in the lower sections before widening into boulder fields higher up. A must-do hike for anyone visiting the Stovepipe Wells area of Death Valley.