As a part of my California vacation (Las Vegas -> Death Valley -> Yosemite -> San Francisco) our day one was drive to the Death Valley from Las Vegas. I will lay down full trip later (with a map) in a separate post – in this one enjoy the gallery of breath-taking views and let me know how you like those.
Also, if you get inspired with photos and decide to visit – best time to go is definitely spring or late fall, as it was up to 120 F during the first week of June, when i was there.