Things to Do Near Chicken Strip (Saline Valley) (CHICKEN)
Chicken Strip (Saline Valley) (CHICKEN) is a general aviation airport in Saline Valley, California, at 1,345 ft field elevation with a 1,500 ft runway. 1 spot is right on the field, perfect for a $100 hamburger. Death Valley NP's legendary hot-springs strip — land, soak in natural geothermal pools, camp under the stars. Maintained by the Recreational Aviation Foundation.
Hikes & Trails (1)
Saline Valley Salt Flats & Palm Spring
Hike to the ancient salt lake bed and the Lower Warm Spring palm oasis — volcanic geology, abandoned salt tram towers, and the eerie quiet of a Death Valley back-valley.
Adventures (2)
Saline Valley Desert Camping
Camp beside your aircraft under a sky with virtually zero light pollution — the Saline Valley is one of the darkest places in the contiguous US. Bring everything you need; no services for 60 miles.
Saline Valley Hot Springs
The main reason pilots land here — three natural geothermal pools maintained by a volunteer community of 'desert rats.' Upper Warm Spring is the most popular. Walk 2 miles from the strip. Nude bathing is the norm; respectful visitors always welcome.
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