Coronavirus In Colorado: Great Sand Dunes Closed To Visitors
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(CBS4) -- The Great Sand Dunes are officially closed to all visitors. The closure includes all public access points, park roads, and backcountry access.
The decision is in response to a request from the Alamosa County health department.
Despite stay-at-home orders, the national park saw an increase in visitation, crowding, and a high percentage of out-of-state visitors.
Updates on when the Great Sand Dunes will reopen can be found on the National Parks Service website.
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