Dune Ridges and Cleveland Peak (35307440576)

NPS/Patrick Myers
“There is a delight in the hardy life of the open. There are no words that can tell the hidden spirit of the wilderness that can reveal its mystery, its melancholy and its charm."
Theodore Roosevelt

The majority of Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is designated wilderness, protecting the wild character, natural quiet, and abundant wildlife found within this area's diverse ecosystems. The park and preserve are open 24 hours a day to freely explore!