White Sands National Park Sunset Dunes New Mexico

The rolling white sand dunes under a desert sunset in White Sands National Park. White Sands National Park, located in southern New Mexico, was established as a national monument in 1933 and became a national park in 2019. The park is famous for its vast dunes of white gypsum sand, creating a unique and surreal desert landscape that visitors can explore through trails and sand sledding. Key sights include the Dunes Drive scenic route, the Alkali Flat Trail for expansive views of the dunes, and the Interdune Boardwalk, which offers a closer look at the desert’s unique plants and wildlife.