Everyone expects a visit to Death Valley National Park to be an adventure, but did you know you could take a tour of an authentic charcoal kiln that’s been around for over 100+ years when you head to this national park in Southern California? Loaded with history, this day trip to one of SoCal’s remote treasures is well worth the drive.

Take a drive to Death Valley National Park to see the Wildrose Charcoal Kilns and you'll be taking a step back in time to the 1800s. 
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The Wildrose Charcoal Kilns are located on Charcoal Kiln Road in Death Valley National Park.
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Dating back to 1877, these charcoal kilns are still standing today and continue to provide a glimpse into SoCal's unique past.
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So what exactly were these kilns used for? Primarily found in nearby mining districts back in the late 1800s/early 1900s, charcoal kilns were built as a resource to create fuel for the mines by making charcoal from nearby trees. 
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What's most impressive is that you can still visit these kilns today and see them exactly as they were when they were originally built in the 1800s. It's believed that the charcoal kilns in Death Valley National Park are the largest and most well-preserved charcoal kilns remaining. 
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While you're here, you'll want to do more than just view the kilns from the outside. As one of the best parts of visiting the Wildrose Charcoal Kilns is wandering inside to marvel at its construction.
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In operation for less than three years, the Wildrose Charcoal Kilns are, in many ways, quite untouched. When you visit them today you'll be surprised by their excellent condition. 
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What a unique place to discover in Southern California. Have you ever seen the Wildrose Charcoal Kilns in person? If you’re fascinated by SoCal’s history and want to explore more historic destinations, you may want to keep reading about this 200-foot tower in Southern California that dates back to the early 1900s. This place is fascinating!

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