Do I need a reservation to visit Great Sand Dunes?

No timed-entry reservations are required; you can visit without booking in advance.

Is Medano Pass Road open year-round?

Medano Pass Primitive Road is typically seasonally open mid-May through late November; winter closures are possible.

Pets are allowed in the main dune area and on the Dunes Overlook Trail and Medano Pass Primitive Road; they must be leashed.

Backcountry camping is possible year-round with winter conditions; check at the Visitor Center for any permit requirements.

Main gate is off US-160 near Mosca; parking can fill quickly in peak season, so arrive early.

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