Titus Canyon Road

Death Valley National Park

January 2018

I had the opportunity to take one of my all time favorite drives back in January. I drove the rugged 27 miles that is better known as the Titus Canyon Road that starts in Nevada and ends in Death Valley National Park.

This was my second time driving the road, the first was back in November 2010 with the family. The mostly one-way road has everything from desert driving to going up and through colorful mountains, an abandoned mine, petroglyphs, wildlife, and the last three miles takes the driver through a narrow canyon barely wide enough for a vehicle. It's like driving a wide hiking trail. 

Due to the rough condition and many hazards on the road, the national park recommends 2-3 hours for the drive. Make sure you have an extra tire because a tow truck will cost close to $2,000 to help you in the middle of nowhere. Even in winter, have some food and water in case you get stuck for awhile. High clearance vehicles are recommended and 4X4s are needed when the road is wet or washed out. The canyon is prone to flash flood, so do not attempt on a rainy day! 

Titus Canyon

Titus Canyon

Death Valley National Park

November 2010

The beginning of a 27 mile adventure:

Looking ahead as the road switchbacks up and through the Grapevine Mountains:

Close-up of the upcoming switchbacks:

Looking back from the middle of the switchbacks:

We pulled off to the side for a quick snack in the backseat:

The entrance to Titus Canyon:

The road through Titus Canyon is barely wide enough for one vehicle is some places:

Titus Canyon was a great drive and we found out that Egypt shared our love for off-road adventures. Shortly after this trip, I was doing some research online and found that a trail marathon uses this road every December. I can see myself attempting this trail marathon in the future with Kellisa.