White Sands

National Monument New Mexico

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Park Tools

There are park alerts in effect.

Closures and Missile Tests

Upcoming Missile Tests: From time to time the missile range that surrounds us performs missile testing that may require the closure of the park or Highway 70. Please follow the link below for up to date information on closures More »

Plan Your Visit

NOTICE: Alcohol is prohibited within the park during the months of February, March, April and May.

Directions
Not sure where we are located? We have directions, GPS coordinates, and maps available to help!

Operating Hours & Seasons
Here you will find a listing of our current hours of operation for the visitor center, as well as sunrise/sunset and moonrise/moonset times and park gate opening and closing schedule.

Fees & Reservations
Visit this page for information on obtaining park passes, current entrance fees, special fee events, and information on scheduling commercial bus tours.

Things To Do
To help you plan for your visit, we've provided a list of events, special programs, and other activities that you can participate in while here.

Things To Know Before You Come
Your safety and enjoyment while at the monument is our main priority. To that end, here you'll find information on what to do in emergency situations, basic safety information, lodging and local restaurants, climate and weather conditions, and park regulations.

Accessibility
We sincerely want every visitor to enjoy their visit to White Sands. As such, we try to accomodate everyone as best we can.

Links to Travel Planning sites:

www.recreation.gov

www.guidebookamerica.com