Gypsum Sand Dunes, Guadalupe Mountains NP

To get there, first talk to park ranger at the Pine Springs Visitor Center. There is a gate that you may need to borrow a key for. You will need to actually drive out of the park to get to the gypsum dunes, leaving and heading west on 62/180 for 14 miles and then take a right (head north) on private road 1576 21 miles close to Dell City. Before you reach Dell city there will be a turn off headed back east towards the Guadalupe Mountains. This road will take you 9 miles from Dell City and straight back into the park where after a gate there is a parking space with shaded picnic tables.

After parking the car, continue along the path east towards the mountains. You will see the sand dunes in the distance, they are about a 15-20 minute walk away.

Things to note:

• Pine Springs Visitor Center - (915) 828-3251
• The road after leaving HWY 62/180 is all sand.
• There is no water source here so you will need to bring all your own water.
• According to the map, there is gas in Dell city.
• Great maps here.