On 17 Oct 2006 17:47:31 -0700, "gt" wrote:

"Pilot Getaways" magazine made reference to a landing strip in Death
Valley. I can't find it on my charts. The name is "Chicken Strip" and
is within the park boundries. Does anyone have information on this
strip? Also, I have heard that Furnace Creek has Avgas, but it is not
designated on my sectional. Any information would be appriciated as I
intend to plan a trip to this inspiring spot.

Don't know about the "Chicken Strip", but there was a runway at the
Chicken Ranch near Las Vegas. It's closed now.

Don't worry about fuel at Furnace Creek. Just fill up at Las Vegas
(Henderson HND)... it's only about 100 miles away. Death Valley and
Furnace Creek is a great place to visit. There are two motels at
Furnace Creek... The Furnace Creek Inn and The Furnace Creek Ranch.
The Inn is much nicer. Make your reservations at least six months
in advance, preferably a year in advance. The scenery is awesome,
especially in the spring, (March, April, May) when there is still
snow on the Sierra Madres to the west. From about mid June to mid
October the temperature at Furnace Creek can top 120°F. Be advised,
the last time I was there, there were no rental cars available. If
you plan on driving up to Scottie's Castle or down to Badwater, call
ahead and see if that policy has changed. There is only one other
airport in Death Valley and that is Stovepipe Wells. There isn't
much there. It's used mostly as a drop off point for hikers and
backpackers who like to explore the hills, caves and desert around
there. Enjoy your trip, it's worth the effort.

Ron