The Top 9 Natural Monuments in Otero County
Otero County’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 9
beautiful natural monuments in Otero County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
beautiful natural monuments in Otero County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
Last updated: October 12, 2025
The Alkaline Flat Trail includes a few dune climbs, and is best hiked clockwise so the second half is downhill. Bring a sled for the dunes!
The white gypsum sand …
The white gypsum sand …
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At the summit of the dunes hikers are treated to a view of the San Andres Mountains to the west. The white dunes that stretch across the valley mark the …
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The Dune Life Nature Trail explores the diversity of flora and fauna that thrive on the unique ecosystem at the fringe of the white gypsum dunes. Look for signs of small nocturnal mammals, birds, and reptiles!
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One of the only waterfalls in all of Lincoln National Forest, these falls are an easy hike along the Grandview Trail.
The falls once had a lot more water coming …
The falls once had a lot more water coming …
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The Backcountry Camping Trail takes hikers up a couple sand dunes and offers views into the vast white expanse of the park. Bring a sled for the dunes!
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Absolutely beautiful walk through the Canyon following the Lower San Andres Canyon Trail. Some parts of the trail may require you to scrabble over large boulders, so where appropriate footwear. …
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The interdune boardwalk is the only wheelchair accessible trail in the park. There is a shaded seating area along an elevated portion of the boardwalk. This is a great place to relax and enjoy the extraordinary natural environment.
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The Playa Trail takes hikers to a seasonal lakebed that is occasionally filled with selenite crystals.
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The park is open year-round and offers hiking, camping, picnicking, and wildlife viewing opportunities. There are two trailheads off of the park, Dog Canyon and an interpretive trail that leads …
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