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Great Sand Dunes National Park
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Great Sand Dunes National Park
11500 Highway 150
Mosca, CO 81146-9798
Phone: 719-378-6300
Great Sand Dunes National Park
11500 Highway 150
Mosca, CO 81146-9798
Phone: 719-378-6300
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- The dunes make for a dramatic setting on the plains of south-central Colorado, right at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo range. From the top you can see mountains on one side, while on the other, the dunes seem to stretch forever.
- Car camping in the backcountry along the Medano Pass Primitive Road within the park is permitted as long as existing camping spots are used. In most cases, this road is soft sand with rocky parts and stream crossings. A traditional car will not navigate these spots, so a high-clearance four-wheel-drive vehicle is required.
- Backpacking is available in the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. Designated backcountry sites in the park are located along the Sand Ramp Trail, the area between the sand dune fields and the mountains. Free backcountry permits are required for all overnight backpacking trips.
Published: 28 Oct 2008 | Last Updated: 15 Sep 2010
Details mentioned in this article were accurate at the time of publication
Details mentioned in this article were accurate at the time of publication
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