White Sands National Park hiking guide
Backcountry Camping Trail
A 1.7-mile loop with 230 ft of climbing in White Sands National Park.
Key facts
- Length
- 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
- Elevation gain
- 230 ft (72 m)
- Route type
- Loop
About Backcountry Camping Trail
A loop through snow-white gypsum dunes, this trail offers much the same dune scenery as longer routes in the park, with less time on foot. Its name comes from the backcountry campsites it leads toward, but you don't need a camping permit to walk it. Expect soft sand underfoot and no shade or water once you are out among the dunes, so bring your own supply.
