The Singing Sands of Great Sand Dunes

Does sand sing? It does at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve! "Singing" or "booming" sands are caused by avalanches moving down the face of sand dunes. An audible vibration can develop when sufficient amounts of sand avalanche and compress the air within the moving sand.

Listen to these singing sands below and then learn more about the geologic story of Great Sand Dunes.

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