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There is one campground within the park boundaries.
Pinyon Flats Campground is located about 1 mile north of the Visitor Center, with excellent views of the dunefield. 88 sites are located along two loops. Restrooms have sinks, flush toilets, and a sink for dishwashing. Each site has a fire grate and picnic table. Some sites have large cottonwood or pine trees for shade, while others are more out in the open with smaller pinyon trees. The campground is open year-round; one restroom is winterized. Campsites have a capacity of six people, two tents, and two cars. Campsites cost $14/site/night. A 50% discount applies to Golden Age and Golden Access pass holders. Individual campsites are occupied on a first come, first served basis; there are no reservations for individual sites. Note that the campground generally fills by noon on Fridays and Saturdays from late May through mid September. The campground often fills on weeknights as well, though usually later in the day. Arrive early and try to plan your visit on a weekday to avoid crowds.
Group Tent Camping is available by reservation only in the group loop, located just east of the individual campsites. Groups of 10-100 people may be accommodated if space permits. Reservations can be made for any night in the present year beginning on January 2nd by calling the Visitor Center during business hours. Group camping costs $3/person/night.
Pets are welcome in the campground. Please keep them leashed and under control at all times and clean up after them.
RVs: Some sites can accommodate RVs up to 32 feet in length. However, there are no electrical, sewer, or water hookups. Drivers with RVs longer than 32' will find it difficult to turn corners and should consider the privately owned Oasis RV Park, located just outside the boundary of Great Sand Dunes.
If Pinyon Flats Campground is full, you may try the Oasis Campground just outside the park entrance, 719-378-2222, or San Luis Lakes State Park, 15 miles away, 719-378-2020.
Backpacking is also available in the national park and preserve.
