The CragBaby

I visited White Sands National Park on a rest day while in Hueco Tanks.  I was there for only a day, but it immediately topped my list of favorite national parks.  I would highly recommend stopping by if near the Las Cruces, New Mexico area.

The rolling white sand dunes looked like fresh white powder.  I even saw a family sledding down the dunes on toboggans. =)

Every once in awhile, vegetation can be spotted on the horizon.

Tracks in the sand.  It was actually real hard to take pictures because the reflection of the sun on the white sand was so bright and my eyes were very senstive. I had to wear a hat and sunglasses to see, and I am pretty sure I was still squinting.

CB loved it there!  She would run to the next sand dune… run back….

and then would need to sleep for a minute. =)

I would suggest going on the trail in the middle of the park. (I’m sorry, but I can’t remember the name right now.)  It is miles long, but going only a mile out is further than the usual visitor and provides the best views of the dunes.  Just make sure to follow the above markers as it would be extremely easy to get lost.

Tags: national park, new mexico, road trip

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