On our way out west, we passed near White Sands National Park and just had to stop in for another visit. This is one of our favorite national parks we’ve been to so far and a big part of it is that pets are allowed on all hiking trails in the park. We love […]
The Alkali Flat Trail is a five-mile loop trail found in White Sands National Park in New Mexico. It can be found off the loop at the very end of Dunes Drive. This trail takes you through the heart of the park with endless views of the sands in every direction. You’ll travel up […]
When traveling to White Sands National Park I don’t think you’re ever prepared for that transition of the Chihuahuan Desert into miles of white gypsum sand as far as the eye can see. The fact that this even exists in New Mexico still blows my mind. It’s like nothing I’ve ever seen and I love […]
We stumbled across Dog Canyon Dispersed Camping while looking for a free boondocking spot near White Sands National Park and weren’t disappointed. This spot in New Mexico is run by the Bureau of Land Management and has a 14 day stay limit. Campsites are on a first come, first served basis and it’s open […]
The Backcountry Camping Trail is a two mile loop trail located in White Sands National Park in New Mexico. The trailhead is located off the main road, Dunes Drive, of the park about six miles from the visitor center. This is a great hike for the whole family and really gets you out in […]
The Playa Trail is a 1/2 mile roundtrip trail located in White Sands National Park in New Mexico. It is located off the main road, Dunes Drive, of the park approximately 2.5 miles from the visitor center. The parking lot is pretty small and there are no restrooms at the trailhead. This short, level trail […]
The Interdune Boardwalk Trail is a short and easy trail located at White Sands National Park in New Mexico. It is located off of the main road in the park, Dunes Drive, approximately 4.5 miles from the visitor center. It is wheelchair accessible and only 0.4 miles roundtrip. The trail is actually an elevated […]
The Dune Life Nature Trail is a one mile loop trail located in White Sands National Park in New Mexico. This is a fun hike for the whole family and it’s pet friendly. It is located off the main road, Dunes Drive, of the park about 2.5 miles from the visitor center. There is […]
