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
Star DuneFree5.0Conquer North America's tallest sand dune for spectacular sweeping mountain views
Crestone NeedleFree4.9Towering 14er peak offering technical climbing and rugged mountain vistas
Greenhorn MountainFree4.9High mountain peak offering stunning panoramic views in southern Colorado
High DuneFree4.9Climb the main dune ridge for breathtaking views of the park.
Mount AnteroFree4.9Explore the Heights of Mount Antero
Lobo OverlookFree4.8Panoramic mountain views from a scenic Continental Divide vista point
Mount PrincetonFree4.8Explore the Majestic Mount Princeton
Point of No ReturnFree4.8The gateway where paved driving ends and four-wheel adventure begins
Turquoise LakeFree4.8Scenic mountain reservoir located near Leadville, not Great Sand Dunes
Lathrop State ParkFree4.6Colorado's first state park features lakes, camping, hiking, and mountain views
Pawnee ButtesFree4.6Explore the Majestic Pawnee Buttes
Mount OxfordFree4.5Mount Oxford is a challenging Sawatch Range peak in central Colorado
Mount LindseyFree4.1Majestic fourteen thousand foot peak in Colorado's Sangre de Cristo Range
Saguache CreekFreeA scenic natural stream flowing through Colorado's historic San Luis Valley
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