Entrance Station

Visitor Center · Colorado ·

Managed by the National Park Service

Great Sand Dunes National Park (National Park) · Open Access

8,136 ft
Elevation
Entrance Station Ranger Greeting Visitor
Photo: NPS · Recreation.gov
Purchase park passes at the Entrance Station, located on the main entrance road. Entrance Station hours are variable depending on the season and day, but are generally open during standard business hours in warmer months.

Getting there

Entrance Station directions and information are available at https://www.nps.gov/grsa/planyourvisit/fees.htm.

37.72512, -105.51924 · 37°43'30.4"N 105°31'9.3"W

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Typical weather

Typically 81°F in Jul, down to 33°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F333949566677817872604634
Low °F111624293848525044332212
Precip in0.60.40.91.21.20.72.11.91.30.90.50.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Entrance Station

Can you reserve a site at Entrance Station?
No. Entrance Station is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Entrance Station

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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