White Sands Backcountry
Nine primitive camps on the world's largest gypsum dune field — moonlike night skies and 40 mph gusts.
Where on earth
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- Region
- New Mexico, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Gypsum dune desert (1,200 m)
- Best season
- October – April
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Desert Hiking
- Canyoneering
Key takeaways
- Biome: Gypsum dune desert (1,200 m)
- Best season: October – April
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
Nine primitive camps on the world's largest gypsum dune field — moonlike night skies and 40 mph gusts.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: October – April
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Gypsum dune desert (1,200 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
United States
Biome
Gypsum dune desert (1,200 m)
Difficulty
moderate
