Great Sand Dunes

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, located in Colorado, features North America’s tallest sand dunes, rising up to 750 feet. These dunes formed over thousands of years from grains of sand carried by wind and water from nearby mountain streams. The park's diverse landscape includes wetlands, forests, and grasslands, supporting various plants and animals. Visitors enjoy activities like sandboarding, climbing dunes, and exploring natural habitats. The area’s unique environment results from a combination of weather patterns, topography, and natural processes, making it a striking example of dynamic dune ecology and geological history.