Things to do in Great Sand Dunes National Park

Popular picks: Sandboarding on the dunes · Hiking the Dunes Loop Trail · Exploring Medano Creek · Stargazing at night · Wildlife watching · Photography opportunities · Picnicking in designated areas · Visiting the Visitor Center · Participating in ranger-led programs · Exploring nearby trails in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains · Camping under the stars · Attending seasonal events or festivals · Exploring the surrounding San Luis Valley · Birdwatching in diverse habitats · Discovering local flora and fauna

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Crestone NeedleFree4.9
Towering 14er peak offering technical climbing and rugged mountain vistas
High DuneFree4.9
Climb the main dune ridge for breathtaking views of the park.
Medano PassFree4.9
A scenic high clearance four wheel drive road through mountain wilderness
Mount AnteroFree4.9
Explore the Heights of Mount Antero
Mount WilsonFree4.9
Explore the Majesty of Mount Wilson
Crestone PeakFree4.8
Challenge Colorado's seventh highest peak for incredible Sangre de Cristo views.
Mount PrincetonFree4.8
Explore the Majestic Mount Princeton
Ruedi ReservoirFree4.8
Scenic mountain reservoir located near Basalt on Colorado's Fryingpan River
Rainbow TrailFree
A long scenic backcountry trail extending near Great Sand Dunes Park
Wolf Creek PassFree
Scenic high mountain pass along Highway 160 in southern Colorado

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