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Medano Pass Primitive Road Campsites

First-come, first-served Medano Pass Primitive Road Campsites: National Park Service campground in Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve, Colorado. First-come, first-served. Location, fees and the official reservation link.

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Campground details

Roadside camping is permitted at 21 campsites in Great Sand Dunes National Preserve beginning 5.2 miles from where the road begins near Piñon Flats Campground. These designated sites are free of charge and first-come, first-served. All 21 sites fill on summer weekends. Passable only in the warmer months and only with…

  • Managed by: National Park Service
  • Recreation area: Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve
  • Reservations: First-come, first-served (not reservable online)
  • Phone: (719) 378-6395
  • Dataset: Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  • Map point: 37.80352, -105.49565

Before you go: Availability, fees, seasons and fire rules change. Always verify on the official site (Recreation.gov or the managing agency) before you go. First-come campgrounds can fill early.

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