A tour group on the lakebed of Lucero

Lake Lucero Tour

White Sands National Park

  • Feb 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM
  • Fees apply

Register

Tickets are required for this program and must be purchased through Recreation.gov or by calling (1-877-444-6777). Tour fees apply and will be charged by recreation.gov. For tickets, please note that only one vehicle per ticket is permitted to due limited parking. The Lake Lucero hike is limited to 50 individuals. Cancellations must be made by calling or visiting Recreation.gov at least 24 hours in advance of program. Refunds will not be granted within 24 hours of the beginning of the program. Refunds cannot be processed by park staff. Tickets are available one month before the day of the tour (e.g. a tour on April 18, tickets will be on sale March 18).

Have you ever wondered how the white sands formed and why Lake Lucero is often referred to as the birthplace of the dunes? Take a tour to Lake Lucero with a ranger and learn about the formation of the sands.

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Fees

A special program fee of $8 per person ages 16 and older and $4 per child ages 15 and younger apply. Federal passes such as the America the Beautiful Annual, Senior, and Access passes apply only to the entrance fees and not to the special program fee. Park entrance fees are not charged for the Lake Lucero program. Park entrances fees will apply if you choose to enter the park along Dunes Drive.

Location

The Lake Lucero tour begins 25 miles (40.23 km) southwest of the park at the Small Missile Range Gate, located on Hwy 70 West between mile markers 174 and 175. Emergency medical response will be delayed due to the remote location. Emergency services can be up to one hour away. Health concerns should be carefully considered before committing to this hike.

Schedule

Date:

Feb 14, 2026

Time:

10:00 AM

Duration:

4 hours

Event Type

  • Guided Tour
  • Hike
  • Walk
Tags: guided hike, lake lucero, park ranger tour