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    Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve - Information Sign  10-06-2025

    Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve

    4.7(243 reviews)
    37.1 mi

    We stopped at Great Sand Dunes National Park during a scenic drive to Durango and were impressed by…read moreits unique landscape. The massive dunes set against the surrounding mountain range create spectacular views unlike anything else in Colorado. The visitor center was well maintained, with clean restrooms, an informative museum, and had a short film highlighting the dune ecosystem. There is also a large gift shop, though prices were on the higher side. While I would not consider it a destination on its own, it is absolutely worth a stop if you're traveling through this part of the state. Note: No vehicles of any type are allowed on the dunes.

    Great Sand Dunes National Park is otherworldly and honestly one of the most unique landscapes to be…read moreexperiences in North America. It's a bit of a smaller park in terms of trails and not going to be like RMNP so make sure you know what you're getting into. We planned our trip for May when the creek is usually flowing and the dunes are optimal for sledding. Unfortunately for us we hit a patch of bad weather and it was drizzling our whole day spent here. Additionally the park is experiencing a dry spell and the creek that is usually flowing in May was still dry. C'est la vie! We still had a blast climbing the dunes, letting the kids play in the sand, and taking in the views. To be honest the views are the best part - it's incredible to see these dunes and learn more about the history of the landscape in this region of Colorado. We didn't get to sled as the conditions were not ideal for it but we plan on someday returning and doing the full experience. If you're on the fence about coming here it's well worth a visit!

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    Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center

    Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center

    5.0(4 reviews)
    37.1 mi

    I love a good visitor's center and this one is great, especially for the size of this park. Inside…read moreyou'll find a fantastic launching point for your time at Great Sand Dunes National Park. At each National Park we visit with our kids we inquire about the Jr. Ranger Program and our six year old had a fun time filling it out and learning about the Great Sand Dunes to earn her badge. I will say, as a parent, you end up learning a lot too which is always fun. Inside this visitor's center there is a small museum display that talks about the flora and fauna of the park, and the history of the region. You'll also find a big display that shows the current weather and a few rangers that are there to answer questions. This visitor's center also had a small but mighty gift shop. All in all a great little first stop on our way into the park.

    What a nice visitor center! We try to always stop at the visitor center first at any national park…read moreto make sure our plans are do-able and that we're not missing any must-stops. And the rangers here were friendly, knowledgeable, and more than happy to help us make sure we had the best plans for the day. Nice exhibits inside with information about the park. A decent-sized bookstore with nice souvenirs - if you collect pressed pennies, they don't have a machine but do sell the GSDNP pennies already pressed. Step outside the back, you'll find a nice overlook of the park and the dunes - a little sneak peek of what's to come. Nice & clean bathrooms - always a treat. They also have free Wi-Fi. Plenty of parking in the lot, and it's a short few miles from the parking lot for the main dunes. Great stop to learn some more information about the park before you start your day.

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    Capulin Volcano National Monument - Inside the cone

    Capulin Volcano National Monument

    4.4(48 reviews)
    85.4 mi

    Volcano Erupted 60,000yrs ago. We are holding the the…read moremolten Lava Rock. It's everywhere. You can go all the way up but we are not doing that. This place is beautiful and can hike all the way up. We were just driving by and coulnd't do it today but we will I swear! Worth the stop to see tjis historical site

    Our visit to Capulin Volcano National Monument was absolutely fantastic--an unexpected gem on our…read moreroad trip! This place is not only rich in natural beauty and history, but also super family-friendly. We were especially thrilled to get in for free thanks to the Every Kid Outdoors program--our daughter is in 4th grade, and the monument participates in the initiative, which made the experience even better. Driving up the volcano was both scenic and a little thrilling with winding roads and sweeping views. Once at the top, the views from the rim were absolutely breathtaking. You can see miles across the surrounding landscape--plains, mesas, and distant mountains--all from the rim of an ancient volcano. It made for some truly stunning photos, especially with the big New Mexico skies as a backdrop. We took the short walk into the crater and around part of the rim trail. The trails are well maintained, and there are plenty of signs to help explain the geology and history. It's a great mix of education and outdoor adventure, especially for kids. There were also picnic areas and clean restrooms, which made the stop convenient as well as memorable. This was a perfect family outing and one of the best photo ops of our trip. Highly recommend stopping if you're anywhere nearby--beautiful, unique, and surprisingly fun for all ages!

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