Fermeture
Dunes Drive Safety Corridor
Dunes Drive is open. A safety corridor is in effect between mile marker 3 and 5.5 along Dunes Drive. Visitors may drive but not stop or exit their vehicle in this area. Plus d'information
Information
Digital Passes Now Available
Standard entrance passes and the White Sands annual pass can now be purchased online. Purchasing a digital pass can help you save time at the entrance station and reduce long lines. Please download or print your pass before arriving at the park. Plus d'information
Park Phones Are Currently Down
We currently are unable to receive or make calls. For information and questions please contact us via email at whsa_interpretation@nps.gov or in person at our visitor center which is open from 9 am - 5 pm. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Interdune Boardwalk Closed
Due to the active safety corridor, the Interdune Boardwalk is closed. Please visit the park visitor center to learn about other options during your visit.
Park Closures
From time to time the missile range that surrounds the park performs military testing that may require the closure of the park or Highway 70. Please plan your visit around upcoming military tests.
RV and Tractor Trailer Parking at the Visitor Center
There is limited space for parking for recreational vehicles and trailers in the parking lot directly in front (south) of the visitor center. RVs are asked to not park in the lot behind the visitor center. There is no parking space for tractor trailers.
Backcountry Camping Closed
Backcountry camping at the park is closed. There is no established opening date at this time.