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A towering sand dune, highest in North America, sculpted by complex wind patterns into a star-like shape within a vast dune field.
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Great Sand Dunes is recognized as an International Dark Sky Park thanks to its high elevation, dry air, and low light pollution. What better place to explore the dunes under a star-filled sky than the appropriately named Star Dune?
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Great Sand Dunes National Park: The Complete Guide for 2023
Read more...Imagine taking a piece of the Sahara Desert and plopping it in the middle of Colorado. Now you have a pretty good idea of what to expect from this uber-unique US national park. Nestled between the snow-capped Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the east and the expansive San Luis Valley to the west, the park’s […]