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White Sands National Monument
Moonlight Bicycle Rides

On these nights, the Dunes Drive is re-opened for three hours after dark for bicycles only. Helmets and lights are required.  Due to the popularity of this event, participants are asked to limit themselves to one ride per year so that others may enjoy this activity.

Advance registration required. For reservations please call 575-679-2599 ex 111. Reservations via email will not be accepted.

A special use fee of $5 ($2.50 children and Golden Age passport holders) is charged for this event.

National Park, Golden Eagle and White Sands Annual passes are not honored for this event.

 

2009 Moonlight Bicycle Rides:

2009 bicycle rides are scheduled for the following dates:

Saturday, May 9. 9 p.m. to midnight. This ride has been filled. We are no longer taking reservations for this event.

Saturday, October 3: 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.  No  reservations for this ride will be accepted until May 10. 

2010 bicycle rides will be posted in January 2010. 
Aerial photo of parabolic dunes.  

Did You Know?
Not all sand dunes are alike. Dunes may take many forms, depending on the amount of sand available, the strength and direction of prevailing winds, and the type of vegetation in the area. Four types of dunes can be found in the white sands dune field.

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Last Updated: January 30, 2009 at 13:03 EST