Event Details (U.S. National Park Service)

Fee:

In addition to the park entrance fees, a special program fee of $8 per person ages 16 and older and $4 per child ages 15 and younger also apply. Federal passes such as the America the Beautiful Annual, Senior, and Access passes apply only to the entrance fees and do not cover the special program fee. Park entrance fees and camping fees are non-refundable.

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, May 2, 2026

Time:

8:00 PM

Duration:

2 hours

Type of Event

Guided Tour

Hike

Walk

Description

Have you ever wanted to hike the dunes under the magical glow of the moon? This is your chance to enjoy the peace and serenity of this elusive environment and experience unique stories of the park. Moonlight hikes are offered March through November, on nights surrounding the full moon.

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Reservation or Registration: Yes

Tickets are available one month before the day of the tour at 8:00 am Mountain Time (e.g. a tour on April 18, tickets will be on sale at 8:00 am MT on March 18). 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. Park entrance fees also apply and will be charged at the park. Due to a limited number of tickets avaialbe per tour, only six tickets may be purchased per reservation. There is no waitlist for sold-out tours; however, if tickets are canceled, they will be immediately available on Recreation.gov. 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.

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