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White Sands National Monument
Bicycling Information
 

Bicycling is allowed along the Dunes Drive.  Bicyclists must pay the standard park entrance fee. Helmets are required.  No off-road bicycling is permitted.  All bicycles must stay on the Dunes Drive or parking areas.

CAUTION:  The Dunes Drive is narrow with steeply-sloping shoulders.  Bicyclists should be extra cautious of vehicular traffic.

 
Aerial photo of dunes  

Did You Know?
The white sands dune field is an active dune field. The dunes move from west to east as much as thirty feet per year.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:23 EST