Great Sand Dunes National Park – More Than Just Sand Dunes

By Sustainability Awakening February 1, 2026

Tallest Sand Dunes in North America These dunes rise over 750 feet, making them the tallest in North America. Nature’s giants in southern Colorado

Mountains Meet the Desert Golden dunes sit beside the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, creating a rare landscape. Desert and alpine views in one place

Medano Creek Magic In spring and early summer, Medano Creek flows at the dunes’ base. A natural splash zone for families

Sandboarding & Sledding Yes—you can sandboard and sand-sled down the dunes. One of the park’s most popular adventures

Incredible Night Skies The park is a certified Dark Sky destination. Perfect for stargazing and Milky Way photos

Wildlife & Hidden Ecosystems Beyond sand, discover wetlands, grasslands, and wildlife. More biodiversity than you’d expect

Best Time to Visit 🌱 Spring: flowing creek ☀️ Summer: adventure 🍂 Fall: fewer crowds ❄️ Winter: snowy dunes

Why It’s More Than Sand This park blends desert, mountains, water, and sky—all in one place. A must-see Colorado destination

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