The White Sands National Monument is located just 3.5 hours away from Albuquerque, New Mexico. These dunes sit a little odd in the middle of the American terrain, but gave us a breathtaking start to our road trip. Although the sun was shining we found it to be a little chilly, so make sure to bring some layers if you plan to visit in the early mornings. Fun fact: the “sand” is actually not sand, but a crystal that is high in gypsum, a fine grain that is actually clear but appears white due to the sun's reflection.
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