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Things to do in White Sands: 1 local trip idea

A ready-made adventure day trip in White Sands, New Mexico, with 5 stops in order.

Adventure trip

Adventures in the Dunes

5 stops · about 9 hr 15 min of stops · ~$105 per person

An action-packed day of outdoor adventure featuring local southwest-style dining, hiking, and sand-sledding on the majestic gypsum dunes of White Sands.

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    Amigos Panaderia Bakery

    1107 E 10th St, Alamogordo, NM 88310, USA
    Amigos Panaderia Bakery, White Sands

    Fuel up with fresh breakfast burritos and authentic pastries before heading to the dunes.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 45 min · ~$10 per person · Directions
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    White Sands National Park

    New Mexico, USA
    White Sands National Park, White Sands

    Rent a sled at the gift shop, then test your skills sledding the dunes and hiking the Alkali Flat Trail.

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 4 hr · ~$45 per person · Directions
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    Hi-D-Ho Drive In

    414 S White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM 88310, USA
    Hi-D-Ho Drive In, White Sands

    Treat yourself to their famous double-meat green chile Tiger Burger on the outdoor patio.

    ★ 4.4 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    Oliver Lee Memorial State Park

    409 Dog Canyon Rd, Alamogordo, NM 88310, USA
    Oliver Lee Memorial State Park, White Sands

    Hike the rugged and scenic Dog Canyon Trail for steep climbs and breathtaking desert canyon views.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$5 per person · Directions
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    D. H. LESCOMBES WINERY & BISTRO

    261 Panorama Blvd, Alamogordo, NM 88310, USA
    D. H. LESCOMBES WINERY & BISTRO, White Sands

    Wind down with local New Mexico wines and epicurean Southwest-inspired dishes on the relaxing patio.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$30 per person · Directions

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