Here's our new 2-minute video on Sandboarding and Sand Sledding at Great Sand Dunes! It's a fun, high-energy video with music showing how to successfully sandboard or sand sled. (Thanks to my two 8-year-olds for being the actors, learning a new sport quickly, and having a fun afternoon with Daddy). - Ranger Patrick Myers | Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve

Ready for an unforgettable backpacking trip? Backpacking into Great Sand Dunes National Park is one of the most unique adventures you can take on. To reach the backcountry camping zones, you’ll tackle some of the tallest sand dunes in North America. At 750 feet, it’s steep, sandy, and downright tough—but trust us, the reward is worth it. From sliding down dunes to waking up to a magical sunrise, this experience is unlike anything else. Thinking about trying it? Here’s what you need to know: 📅 B