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White Sands National Monument, New Mexico
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Description: Pure white gypsum sand dunes spread over miles of desert provide a landscape that can be seen from space or, if you are not an astronout, explored on foot. Backcountry hiking/camping by permit only. Visitors can walk on nature trails or play in a designated area. Sleds are available for rent at the visitor center.
Location: West of Alamogordo and east of Las Cruces via US 70/82.
Address: PO Box 1086
Holloman AFB, NM 88330 |
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Phone: 575-679-2599 |
Season: Year Round |
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Fee: $3/person |
Reservations: For Ranger-led tours of Lake Lucero
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Activities
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Biking
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Fishing |
Picnicking
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| Boating (Motorized) |
Hiking/Backpacking
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Scenic Driving
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| Boating (Non-motorized) |
Horseback Riding |
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| Boating (WW) |
Hunting |
Water Sports |
| Camping |
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Wildlife Viewing |
| Caving |
Off Highway Vehicles
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Winter Sports
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| Climbing
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Services and Facilities
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Visitor Center
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Group Campgnd
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RV Sites
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Exhibits |
Campgnd, Primitive
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Electric Hookup
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Interpretive Programs
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Drinking Water
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Dump Station
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Cultural-Historic Sites
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Restrooms
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Boat Ramp
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Campgnd, Developed
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Showers
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Marina |
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| Rental Cabins |
Notes: Ground fires are prohibited. Personal grills are allowed in picnic areas and pull outs along the Dunes Drive. When using personal grills, charcoal must be removed from the monument. If using one of the Monument’s grills, leave the charcoal in the grill. Only containerized fuel stoves are allowed in the designated backcountry campsites. Fire Pans, metal drums, other fire proof containers may be allowed as a condition of a Special Use Permit. These containers must be resting at least six inches above the ground.
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