Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve News
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Great Sand Dunes Hosts Christmas Bird Count on December 31
December 10, 2024 | 1:50 pm
This year, the annual Christmas Bird Count will be held at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve on Tuesday, December 31, starting at 7:45 a.m. Volunteers of all skill levels and ages are welcome and encouraged to take part in this exciting event.
Great Sand Dunes newest Chief Ranger Zachary Parkes
September 26, 2024 | 2:24 pm
The National Park Service welcomes the newest Chief of Visitor and Resource Protection Zachary Parkes at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. The selection was made earlier this year by Superintendent Andrea Compton.
Smoke From Distant Wildifires at Great Sand Dunes
July 24, 2024 | 9:37 am
Smoke is at 'Moderate' level, affecting visibility with potential affects to health of sensitive individuals.
National Park Week at Great Sand Dunes
April 18, 2024 | 9:54 am
National Park Week starts Saturday, April 20 with a fee-free day! Each day has a different theme to highlight various aspects of Great Sand Dunes and the National Park Service as a whole.
Public Input Sought on Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve’s Transportation and Transit Planning Effort
February 16, 2024 | 2:48 pm
The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public feedback on initial proposed ideas for Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve’s Transportation and Transit Planning effort. Staff will share the park’s transportation improvement concept at public meetings and gather public feedback on the initial concept to address challenges presented by increased and changing visitor use patterns.
Great Sand Dunes Seeks Artist to Lead Workshop October 5
February 13, 2024 | 3:31 pm
Great Sand Dunes is accepting artist proposals to lead a public program or workshop in their chosen medium (painting, photography, sculpture, music, dance, writing, etc.) on Saturday, October 5, 2024.
Free Nature Haiku Workshops October 7-8
September 16, 2023 | 2:21 pm
Watercolor artist and poet Nancy Arbuthnot will lead 'Nature Haiku' workshops on October 7, 10-12 am and October 8, 11-1 pm. These are designed for all ages, though parents should accompany children under 14. Materials are provided at no cost.
Temporary Parking Lot and Campground Closures for Resurfacing
August 7, 2023 | 11:40 am
From August 21 through 24, visitors should expect partial parking lot closures to complete road resurfacing. Pinon Flats Campground will remain closed through the 22nd. On Aug. 24, Montville/Mosca Pass parking lot will be completely closed.
Andrea Compton Selected as Superintendent of Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve
July 20, 2023 | 11:40 am
The National Park Service (NPS) announces the selection of Andrea Compton as superintendent of Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. She begins her new assignment on July 17.
Great Sand Dunes Announces Closures to Prepare for Visitor Center Exhibit Installation
May 18, 2023 | 10:31 am
As the park prepares for the next phase of the visitor center renovation, the installation of visitor center exhibits, the visitor center will be undergoing temporary closures and adjustments to park operations from Monday, May 22 to Sunday, May 28. The interior exhibit space will be open to visitors starting Monday, May 29 at 9am.