Silhouettes of a group of people walking toward the setting sun

Sunset Stroll

White Sands National Park

  • Every day at 4:30 PM from January 19, 2025 to January 25, 2025
  • Free

The Sunset Stroll is a leisurely, ranger-guided stroll through the gypsum sand dunes. It is a splendid opportunity to experience the dunes first-hand while learning about the uniqueness of our geology, plants, and animals. As an added bonus, the stroll is timed to end at sunset, providing a panoramic view of the sun setting over the mountains and the potential for some breath-taking photographic opportunities.

The sunset stroll is an easy to moderate hike. The hike is approximately one half mile (0.8 km) in length, and it is conducted at a leisurely pace with stops along the path. The stroll requires climbing moderate dunes.

Programs are subject to cancellation due to public health, weather, or missile range activities. 

More information

Fees

Program is free. Park entrance fees apply.

Location

Meet at the parking lot in between Backcountry Camping Trail and Yucca Picnic Area. A large sign reading "Sunset Stroll Meets Here" will guide you to the parking lot.

Latitude and Longitude 32.812206, -106.266460

Schedule

Days:

Every day

Dates:

January 19, 2025 to January 25, 2025

Time:

4:30 PM

Meet at the Sunset Stroll meeting area parking lot at 4:30pm

Event Type

  • Guided Tour
  • Hike
  • Walk
Tags: guided hike, ranger program, sunset