Scotty's Castle
Fifty-three miles from Furnace Creek Inn & Ranch and within the park boundaries, Scotty's Castle stands as a tribute to friendship. In the early 1900's, Walter Scott (Death Valley Scotty) convinced Albert Johnson to grubstake his gold mining expeditions. The gold never materialized but Johnson fell in love with Death Valley and took a liking to the colorful Scotty. Johnson and his wife, Bessie, built this two-million dollar home with luxurious appointments and Scotty claimed it was his and was building it from the profits from his gold mine. Owned today by the National Park Service, daily interpretive tours are provided year round.
Scotty's Castle Gift Shop
Just a short one hour drive from Furnace Creek and located at the world famous Scotty's Castle, the most popular man-made attraction in Death Valley National Park. The wide range of gifts and souvenirs will insure a memorable visit to this Spanish-style castle.
