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White Sands National Monument
Upcoming Park Closures

There are no scheduled closures at this time


The Visitor Center remains open during road closures.  Closures are subject to change without notice.

 
US Highway 70 between White Sands National Monument and Las Cruces may also be closed during missile testing. For Highway 70 closure information, call the White Sands Missile Range at (575) 678-1178.
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Did You Know?
Because there is virtually no fresh water within the white sands dune field, animals that live in the dunes must get almost all their water solely from the food they eat. Desert animals have evolved many ways of conserving moisture. The kangaroo rat eats only dry seeds and never drinks water.

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Last Updated: October 08, 2009 at 10:52 EST