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White Sands National Monument is a beautiful national monument located near the city of Alamogordo, preserving a unique field of gorgeous white sand dunes. The park, which was originally established in 1933, is noted as the home of the world's largest gypsum dune field, which stretches over 275 square miles within the Tularosa Basin. Visitors can observe the stunning dunes, which have been featured in classic Western films such as Four Faces West and The Hired Hand, via four self-guided interpretive trails. A plethora of outdoor recreational opportunities are offered throughout the year, including opportunities for hiking, cycling, horseback riding, sledding, and backcountry camping. Ranger-led nature walks and programming embark regularly from the park's visitor center, which also showcases gorgeous preserved Spanish Pueblo-style ranger buildings.
White Sands National Monument, PO Box 1086, Holloman AFB, NM 88330, Phone: 575-479-6124
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