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Closures and Missile Tests
Upcoming Missile Tests: Friday-Saturday, April 27-28 -- Missile test scheduled on both mornings. Highway 70 will be blocked at Red & Yellow checkpoints. No backcountry camping on Thursday and Friday, April 26 & 27. More »
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High Winds
We are in our windy season, so please be aware of possible high winds.
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Backcountry Camping
There will be no backcountry camping available the night of Saturday, April 7, 2012.
Like No Place Else on Earth
Rising from the heart of the Tularosa Basin is one of the world's great natural wonders - the glistening white sands of New Mexico. Here, dunes have engulfed 275 square miles of desert creating the world's largest gypsum dunefield. White Sands National Monument preserves this dunefield, along with the plants and animals that have adapted to this constantly changing environment.
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For Teachers
Thinking of bringing your class to White Sands? Or perhaps you'd like a ranger to come to your classroom? We can accommodate you!
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Interpretive Programs
Interested in something to do on your visit? Check out the many programs we offer!
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Full Moon Night Programs
May through October, join us on the night of the full moon for music concerts and fun educational presentations.
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Cuatro Ciénegas
Our sister park Cuatro Ciénegas in central Mexico is the world's second largest gypsum dunefield with an area of just eight square miles.
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Backcountry Camping
Want to spend a night camping beneath the stars in the dunes? We have ten primitive sites available for those who don't mind the hike.
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Our Social Network
Are you on Twitter and Facebook? So are we!
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Did You Know?
Only a handful of gypsum dunefields exist and the white sands dunefield is by far the world's largest, covering 275 square miles.