DEATH VALLEY (KTNV) — For the first time in nearly two years, the lowest point in North America, Badwater Basin , in Death Valley has reemerged an ancient lake after receiving 1.76 inches of rainfall in November.

Lake Manly isn't like a typical lake you may be picturing, but rather a shallow, mirror-like pluvial that emerges in the basin following increased precipitation. Visitors to the area can see how the water is reflecting the snow-capped Panamint Mountains.

National Park Service

The last time water was seen in this area was around February 2024 , when it was larger and deeper, according to park officials. While kayaking has been possible on Lake Manly before, park officials said visitors shouldn't take any vessels out to this reemergence as the water wouldn't even cover the to

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