Ranger Program Schedule

Free Ranger-Guided Programs

Discovery Activities: Free, fun, 20-minute ranger programs offered daily in summer months!

9:30am Geology Discovery ActivityDiscover how the Sand Dunes formed, why Medano Creek is unique, what's in the sand, and more! 20 minutes, Dunes Parking Lot.

10:30am Animals/Plants Discovery Activity Discover how the living things of Great Sand Dunes survive in this land of extreme conditions! 20 minutes, Dunes Parking Lot.

1:00pm History Discovery Activity Discover why Great Sand Dunes has been a crossroads of cultures for centuries! 20 minutes, Visitor Center Movie Room.

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Sunday, May 19

9:30am, 10:30am, 1:00pm Discovery Activities: Discover how the dunes were formed, what animals/plants call the park home and explore the rich history here at Great Sand Dunes. For more information please refer to the top of the page.

Thursday, May 23

9:30am, 10:30am, 1:00pm Discovery Activities: Discover how the dunes were formed, what animals/plants call the park home and explore the rich history here at Great Sand Dunes. For more information please refer to the top of the page.

8:30 pm Evening Program "Creatures of the Night." Discover our nocturnal neighbors! Nine species of owls, six species of bats, black bears and coyotes benefit from dark skies and a quiet nightscape. Hear owl calls and meet a live amphibian! Amphitheater. 45 minutes.

Friday, May 24

9:30am, 10:30am, 1:00pm Discovery Activities: Discover how the dunes were formed, what animals/plants call the park home and explore the rich history here at Great Sand Dunes. For more information please refer to the top of the page.

8:45 pm Night Hike "Night on the Dunes." Enjoy a gentle hike, become familiar with the darkness and the night creatures who call it home. Suggested: jackets, flashlights, and closed toed shoes. Amphitheater Parking Lot. 45 minutes.

Saturday, May 25

9:30am, 10:30am, 1:00pm Discovery Activities: Discover how the dunes were formed, what animals/plants call the park home and explore the rich history here at Great Sand Dunes. For more information please refer to the top of the page.

7:00pm Sunset Program "Tale of Two Tigers." Discover the unusual lives of the Great Sand Dunes tiger beetle and the tiger salamander, and meet a live salamander. Good program for all ages! Amphitheater. 30 minutes.

Warm layered clothing is best for evening programs. All programs are free and open to the public.