Education

Discover an amazing outdoor classroom at Colorado's
'beach in the mountains'!

National parks preserve our most treasured natural places and provide us with amazing outdoor classrooms.

 
Group of students standing barefoot in Medano Creek
Las Animas School Visit to Great Sand Dunes

NPS Photo

 

Education Opportunities

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Field Trips

Field Trips

Learn more about animals, history, and geology of Great Sand Dunes with a ranger

Students searching in the sand for insects

Curriculum Materials

Teachers can browse education materials to fit the needs of their classroom.

Ranger holding elk antler with snow covered mountains and dunes in the background

Distance Learning

Bring Great Sand Dunes to your classroom with the help of our virtual rangers

 

Last updated: February 12, 2026

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Visitor Center
11999 State Highway 150
Mosca, CO 81146

Phone:

(719) 378-6395
General Park and Preserve information: (719) 378-6395 Emergencies (Police, Fire, Medical): Dial 911. Non-emergencies (Police, Fire, Medical): call (719) 589-5807

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