Death Valley Transforms into Kayaking Destination After Record Rainfall

Unprecedented rainfall has turned Death Valley's iconic salt flats into a temporary lake, attracting kayakers and tourists.

A series of storms over the past six months has brought more than double Death Valley's annual rainfall, replenishing Lake Manly.
Badwater Basin, the lowest point in North America, has transformed from a white salt flat into a lake, offering a rare kayaking opportunity.
Visitors have been flocking to the park to experience the temporary lake, with water levels expected to recede in the coming weeks.
The phenomenon is attributed to a strong El Niño and climate change, which have increased the frequency of intense atmospheric rivers.
Scientists are studying the lake's potential benefits for local flora and fauna, and its possible future uses, including as a drinking water source.