Sand Ramp Trail

A long foothills access trail linking backpacking zones along the mountain base north of the main dunes.

Country: United States
Region: San Luis Valley and Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Colorado
Distance: 11 mi / 17.7 km one way for the full trail
Typical duration: Full-day or backpacking access; NPS advises allowing more time than mileage suggests
Difficulty: Hard
Best season: Spring and autumn; avoid hot summer afternoons
Trail type: Point to point or partial out and back

Route data may change. Verify closures, permits, weather, transport and navigation with official sources before departure.