WHITE SANDS NATIONAL PARK
Set against the backdrop of Southern New Mexico’s desert basin, White Sands National Park is a place where the landscape itself feels alive waves of pure white gypsum stretching as far as the eye can see. The shifting dunes reflect every shade of sunlight, creating a new scene with each hour of the day.
A Landscape Made for Wonder
Visitors often describe their first steps onto the dunes as stepping into another world. The sand is soft and cool underfoot, the horizon wide and peaceful, and the silence of the desert broken only by the wind. It’s a place for explorers, families, and photographers alike perfect for those seeking both beauty and quiet adventure.
Things to Experience
Stroll the interpretive trails that weave through ever-changing dunes, bring a sled for a thrilling downhill glide, or simply watch the colors of the sunset fade into the evening sky. On clear nights, the stars shine bright over the basin, offering unforgettable views of New Mexico’s night skies.
📍 White Sands National Park is located about three and a half hours from Hobbs an easy drive that leads to one of the most mesmerizing natural wonders in the Southwest.
Plan your visit at: White Sands National Park (U.S. National Park Service)