2024年6月29日 · The tallest dunes in North America are the centerpiece in a diverse landscape of grasslands, wetlands, forests, alpine lakes, and tundra. Stay on a moonless night to experience countless stars in this International Dark Sky Park!

2024年9月24日 · Take time to explore beyond the dunes into grasslands, forest, alpine lakes and peaks. NPS/Patrick Myers

2022年6月14日 · Plan ahead to experience the night at Great Sand Dunes. Be Prepared. Be sure to check our Conditions to Expect Each Month to be prepared for the time you plan to visit.

At Great Sand Dunes, you can hike, sandboard, sled, splash in Medano Creek, or wander anywhere in the wilderness of dunes and mountains. It is a unique place to discover the intricacies of the natural world, as well as natural quiet and dark night skies where you can see countless stars with very little light pollution.

The Great Sand Dunes, and most of the forests, lakes and peaks of Great Sand Dunes National Preserve, are designated wilderness. These areas can be explored by day hikes or overnight backpacking trips.

2024年3月6日 · You may also learn about geological components of the Great Sand Dunes system, hydrology of Great Sand Dunes, and the variety of dune types in the park.

2022年6月14日 · Phone: (719) 378-6395 General Park and Preserve information: (719) 378-6395 Emergencies (Police, Fire, Medical): Dial 911. Non-emergencies (Police, Fire, Medical): call (719) 589-5807

2024年6月7日 · Keep an eye out for the night-life of the dunes, including camel crickets, kangaroo rats, toads, salamanders, coyotes, bobcats, and owls. Never touch wildlife, and remember that their nocturnal eyes are highly sensitive to light.

2024年11月26日 · Camping and Overnight Parking by Permit Only In Great Sand Dunes National Park. Sleeping in vehicles, or camping outside of designated areas is prohibited in Great Sand Dunes National Park. Backcountry permits are available for wilderness and backcountry camping.

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve Great Sand Dunes, great mountains...and great experiences! Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve protects the tallest dunes in North America… and a whole lot more. The park and preserve contain ecosystems ranging from wetlands to forest to tundra—each supporting specially adapted