Death Valley
Difficulty Rating

RATING	DESCRIPTION
	Hiking Distances- Level 2 Daily hiking distances of up to 4 miles total.
	Backpack Weight- Level 2 Full Day Hikes: 15-25 lbs, one or two meals, 2-3 L of water + camera gear.
	Walking Terrain- Level 2 Lightly Rugged. Maintained dirt and rock trails with well built steps.
	Daily Elevation Gain- Level 1 Daily elevation gains of up to 250 feet.
	Heights Exposure- Level 1 No height exposure.
	Vehicle Terrain- Level 3 Moderately Rugged. Dirt roads that may not be maintained. Potentially shallow water crossings, small ledges and obstacles under 12 inches.

Solitude Rating

Level 4: Remote Wilderness- Hard-to-reach areas that require effort to access, but are semi-popular. You may occasionally see other people.