A one and a half mile roundtrip leads to a beautiful overlook. Along the way, you can already enjoy great views of the dunes while hiking through a high desert landscape with juniper trees and small forests.

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Dunes Overlook Trail

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Wellington Ditch and Dunes Overlook Trail

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Hike the moderate 5.3-mile Wellington Ditch and Dunes Overlook Trail for panoramic views of the Great Sand Dunes and diverse mountain scener

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Dunes Overlook Trail

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The Dunes Overlook Trail is an easy 4.0-mile hike in Great Sand Dunes National Park, offering panoramic views of the dunes and mountains.

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Elevation 2,530 m

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Location: Alamosa County, Colorado, United States

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