A weekend of celebration made clear that Cox isn’t the only one who feels this way. Thanks to the determined and consistent efforts of countless individuals, millions of others have come to love and appreciate the park.

Tucked in Idaho’s high desert, Bruneau Dunes State Park is a one-of-a-kind blend of sandboarding, stargazing, and solitude.

A 9-year-old who needed to be rescued after being buried in the sand at Silver Lake State Park is safe thanks to rescue efforts by from several first responders, including eight minutes of CPR to revive the boy.

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Visitors will notice a subtle change this year at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Park officials say the popular Lake Michigan Overlook along the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive has been torn down.

Indiana Audubon invites birders, families and nature lovers to celebrate the height of spring bird migration at the 2025 Indiana Dunes Birding Festival, set for May 15-18 at sites throughout the Indiana Dunes region and beyond.

Friends of the Oceano Dunes celebrated a victory over the California Coastal Commission in court Monday, opening the path for continued use of off-road vehicles at the popular recreation area.

The U.S. is home to some of the most breathtaking sand dunes in the world, stretching across national parks, deserts, and coastal regions. From the towering Great Sand Dunes of Colorado to the otherworldly White Sands of New Mexico, these destinations offer unforgettable landscapes and adventures. Here are the top sand dunes in America you need to see!

YouTube channel National Park Diaries discusses how the Great Sand Dunes of Colorado got as tall as they are.