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Interdune Boardwalk
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New Mexico
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Interdune Boardwalk
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<p>The Interdune Boardwalk is fully accessible for people using wheelchairs and strollers. Take an easy 0.4 mile (650m) round trip stroll through the dunes and learn about the science, geology, plants, and animals that make White Sands an unequaled natural wonder. The boardwalk is a great place to take a break under the shade canopy, listen for bird calls, observe lizards, and enjoy wildflowers. The average completion time is 20 minutes.<br /> <br /> <strong>Length:</strong> 0.4 mile (650m), round-trip<br /> <strong>Average Completion Time:</strong> 20 minutes<br /> <strong>Difficulty:</strong> Easy<br /> <strong>Distance from Visitor Center:</strong> 4.5 miles (7.2 km)<br /> <strong>Restroom:</strong> Two vault toilets at the trailhead<br /> <br /> Before setting out on foot at White Sands National Park, please view our <a href="https://www.nps.gov/whsa/planyourvisit/hiking-safety-tips.htm">Hiking Safety Tips</a>.</p>
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