Located in southern Colorado, Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve features the tallest dunes in North America, as well as a diverse landscape of grasslands, wetlands, conifer and aspen forests, alpine lakes, and tundra. It is one of only a few national parks that permits pets in many areas. Pets on a leash no longer than 6 feet are permitted in the Preserve (including Mosca Pass Trail) and main use areas of the park, including Piñon Flats Campground, Dunes Overlook Trail, and along the Medano Pass Primitive Road. Pets are not permitted: inside the visitor center and bathrooms; in the backcountry of the dunefield, beyond the first high ridge of dunes; off of the Dunes Overlook Trail; north of Castle Creek Picnic Area, except along Medano Pass Primitive Road; north of Point of No Return, including Sand Ramp Trail; and in any backpacking campsites located inside the national park. In summer months, sand surface temperatures can quickly get painfully hot so plan to hike on the dunes in early morning or evening.
More information on the Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve pet policy
