The Wellington Ditch Trail in Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado, is an easy and scenic hike that winds through mixed forests and meadowlands along the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Starting at Loop 3 of the Piñon Flats Campground, the trail connects to the Montville Nature Trail, passes the visitor center, […]
Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in Colorado is open 24/7 all year round, with no timed entries or reservations required for visiting. As an International Dark Sky Park, it offers stunning opportunities for stargazing. The park features a 30-square-mile dunefield that visitors are free to explore, making it ideal for daytime or nighttime […]
The visitor center in Great Sand Dunes National Park is located near the park entrance. This newly renovated center serves as a gateway for visitors to the park, providing them with information and resources to enhance their understanding and enjoyment of the park. There are various educational exhibits, interactive displays, and informational materials about […]
Zapata Falls is a scenic waterfall located in the San Luis Valley, just outside of Great Sand Dunes National Park in Colorado. To reach the falls, take U.S. Highway 150 south of the park and look for the sign for the Zapata Falls Recreation Area (coordinates: 37.62862, -105.59528). From there, a 3.5-mile paved road leads […]
