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WHAT TO SEE IN ALAMOGORDO
White Sands National Park
White Sands National Park
The main attraction is the White Sands National Park, which is about 24 km from Alamogordo. The park borders the Holloman Air Force Base and is known for its connection to the Trinity test, the first explosion of an atomic bomb.
The White Sands National Park is an American national park with an area of 710 km² of white sand composed of crystals of gypsum, which represents the largest area in the world of this type. It is in fact a huge desert of very white sand with dunes. The area is completely surrounded by military installations such as the White Sands Missile Range or the Holloman Air Force Base, which conduct military tests in the area (on average from one to two hours, a couple of times a week). When these are in progress, for safety reasons, both the park and the US Route 70 in the section between Las Cruces and Alamogordo are subject to closure.
The park is truly sensational...and absolutely worth a visit!
After passing the entrance gate, you will enter this white desert with your roaring motorcycle. On the sides of the road, which is also partly white due to the shifting sand, you will see these huge dunes of various shapes. Continue on and then stop, park your motorcycle, take off your shoes and run to climb the dune. When you reach the top, take a 360-degree look around and you will see the immense beauty of this place, which will make you want to jump, roll, and go up and down the dunes. At sunset, the spectacle will be even more fascinating.
The sun reflecting off the white sand is really strong, so remember to bring sunglasses. Don't be afraid to walk barefoot in the desert: the sand is very cool and you won't risk burning your feet.
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