Badwater Basin Salt Polygons at Sunset

Landscape Photography

At 282 feet below sea level, Badwater Basin in Death Valley National Park spans 200 square miles of expansive salt flats, offering unique photographic opportunities with its striking geometric salt deposits. This vast and otherworldly landscape becomes particularly captivating during the golden hours of sunrise and sunset. At dawn, the mountains surrounding the basin are bathed in warm morning light, highlighting the intricate salt patterns and adding depth to the scene. As the sun lowers towards the horizon, the salt formations become more pronounced. After sunset, the sky often erupts in vibrant colors, which can add a stunning backdrop to your photographs, enhancing the overall composition and interest of the image.