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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1. Wellington Ditch and Overlook Trails – Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve

8.52km

02:21

150m

140m

Mountain foothills trail with desert plants leading to panoramic overlook of Colorado's towering sand dunes.

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2. Dunes Overlook Trail

6.39km

01:49

150m

Gentle desert hike with switchback climb to stunning overlook of massive golden sand dunes.

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3. Buck Creek – Dunes Overlook loop from Hooper

4.44km

01:17

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 2,530 m

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Location: Alamosa County, Colorado, United States

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Overlook/Sand Ramp Trail

1. Wellington Ditch and Overlook Trails – Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve

2. Dunes Overlook Trail

3. Buck Creek – Dunes Overlook loop from Hooper

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