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Medano Creek
A seasonal stream renowned for its unique surging flow, produced by sand ridges that create a natural wave phenomenon.
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Much of the park only really comes to life at night. A number of nocturnal animals call the dunes home, including kangaroo rats, coyotes, salamanders, owls, and bobcats. The area around Medano Creek offers especially good opportunities for night wildlife viewing, as does the dunefield itself.
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