If you are interested in the geology of Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, a great place to view the overall geologic system of the park is from San Luis Lakes State Wildlife Area just off of Lane 6 N, almost halfway between the community of Mosca and the turnoff onto Colorado State Highway 150 toward the park. From this vantage point, you can see all four primary components of the Great Sand Dunes geological system: mountain watershed, dunefield, sand sheet, and sabkha. Depending upon your time of visit, you might also be lucky enough to see thousands of sandhill cranes stopping off for a rest during their migration.
A View Of Great Sand Dunes National Park And Preserve From San Luis Lakes State Wildlife Area
Rebecca Latson
Monday, April 15, 2024
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