Great Sand Dunes NP — Piñon Flats Campground

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Accessibility baseline: Sites on this platform are reviewed for access with a standard 2WD pickup truck towing a 21-foot travel trailer unless otherwise noted below.

Fee

$20–22/nt + $25 entry

Hookups

No hookups

Trailer

Accessible (2WD pickup + trailer)

Cell Signal

Poor

Water

On-site

Toilets

Yes

Best Season

May–Jun, Sep–Oct

Reservations

Recreation.gov

Highlights

▶ 750-ft sand dunes — tallest in North America against 14,000-ft peaks
▶ Medano Creek flows at dune base May–Jun
▶ International Dark Sky Park

Planning Notes

88 sites, no hookups, dump station on-site. Reserve weeks in advance for summer. Sand surface hits 150°F midday — hike early morning. America the Beautiful Pass covers entry.

Contact: (719) 378-6395

Always call ahead to confirm conditions, closures, and road accessibility.