White Sands National Monument is a most unique monument comprised of 275 miles of fine white sand, near Alamogordo. The wind-swept gypsum dune field is the largest in the world. The area has been protected since 1933, when it was declared a national monument. Explore the dunes on the marked hiking trails or bring along a sled to have fun sledding down the dunes.

Stop by the Visitor Center in Highway 70/82, 15 miles from Alamogordo, to pick up information on ranger-led hikes. The eight-mile scenic drive into the monument is also a great way to see the dunes. Become a guest of Best Western hotels to enjoy superb guest accommodations and amenities, minutes from the monument, in Southern New Mexico.