Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve

Great Sand Dunes At Stage 2 Fire Restrictions - No Open Fires. — As of 12pm on June 29th Great Sand Dunes officially entered stage 2 fire restrictions due to ongoing dry, warm, and windy conditions. During stage 2 fire restrictions the following requirements are in effect: Prohibited: Open flame including fire, campfire, stove fire, charcoal g

Speed Limits are Much Lower Inside Park than Surrounding Highways — Speed limits for the park include 30 MPH near the park boundary and Great Sand Dunes Sign, and as low as 10 MPH near the Headquarters and Entrance Station. Speed limits are in place to protect park visitors, pedestrians, and wildlife in the park. Please drive carefully and respon

Sand Board and Sand Sled Rentals Not Available In Park. — Sand boarding and sand sled rentals are located in local communities surrounding the park. Visitors are encouraged to arrange rentals BEFORE coming to the park. Details ↗

Piñon Flats Campground, sites can be reserved 3 months in advance for 2026 — Due to the need for improvements in Piñon Flats Campground, sites can be reserved 3 months in advance beginning in 2026.

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