Furnace Creek serves as Death Valley’s primary resupply point, complete with a general store, gas station, post office, and visitor center all clustered together at 190 feet below sea level. The general store stocks basic groceries, camping supplies, ice, and overpriced but essential water. The visitor center offers trail maps, backcountry permits, and rangers who actually know the desert conditions. Expect crowds during winter peak season and ghost-town vibes in summer.
Gas prices run premium due to the remote location, but it’s your most reliable fuel stop for 100+ miles in any direction. The complex stays open year-round, though summer hours may be reduced. Stock up here before heading into the backcountry — this is your last reliable chance for supplies.
Death Valley's essential resupply hub
Place Details
| Type | Town / Resupply |
|---|---|
| Street address | Highway 190, Death Valley, CA 92328 Get directions → |
| Elevation (ft) | -190 ft |
| Nearest town | Furnace Creek, CA |
| Miles from pavement | 0 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Paved |
| Cell service | Partial |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 0 nights |
| Best season | October-April |
| Land manager | NPS |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Cell signal, Drinking water, Toilets, Trash service |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |