Sand Boarding at Great Sand Dune National Park, Colorado!

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The first thing might have appeared in your mind, “Are you saying that there’s another way to do boarding than snowboarding or wakeboarding???” Yep, you can do boarding on sand as long as you put wax on board, then you’re good to go!

It was pretty epic for us. I’ll have to admit it was kinda easy to do sand than snow or water. If you want to know how fast it can go, ah, that depends on how steep it is. If it’s really steep, then you can go really fast!!!

Sand sledding or sand boarding can be fun with the right gear and conditions. Below are tips for an enjoyable and safe sledding or sand boarding experience at Great Sand Dunes.

What Works?

Yes: Sandboards and sand sleds are specifically made for sand, featuring a special design and slick bases; these work best for sliding in most conditions.

No: Snow sleds, snowboards and skis only slide on very wet sand after rain or snow. The sand is usually dry.

No: Cardboard, rounded saucers, and soft plastic items don’t slide on sand; they will dig into or drag on the sand.

No: Rectangles of rigid plastic or masonite may slide, but are not safe: there is no way to control or steer them, and their angled edges could cause injuries.

Warning: Plan your dunes time for early morning or evening during summer to avoid a 150 degree F sand surface or thunderstorms. In spring and fall, sand temperatures are usually moderate throughout the day, but spring afternoons can be very windy.

Great Sand Dunes National Park does not rent sleds or sandboards; these may be rented or purchased at two retailers in the San Luis Valley.

Sandboards and sand sleds are available year-round for rent or purchase at Kristi Mountain Sports in Alamosa, 719-589-9759. (Kristi will not rent them when the sand is frozen during the coldest months, since frozen sand may break a board.)

From April – October, sandboards and sand sleds are available for rent at the Oasis Store just outside the park entrance. 719-378-2222.