Death Valley is one of the most extreme deserts in the world—a vast, arid landscape defined by record‐breaking heat, nearly nonexistent rainfall, and a breathtaking variety of landforms. The desert areas of Death Valley are not a uniform “sea of sand” but rather a mosaic of features including salt flats, sand dunes, rugged rocky outcrops, canyons, and alluvial fans. These elements all tell a story of powerful geological forces, extreme climate, and the resilient life that adapts to such harsh conditions.