The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes are the second-largest stretch of dunes in California and the largest intact coastal dune ecosystem on Earth, spanning 22,000 acres across 18 miles.
This National Natural Landmark is known for its buried Egyptian movie set from Cecil B. DeMille's 1923 film 'The Ten Commandments' and as the site of a former utopian colony.
🌊 Explore vast coastal dunes, some as tall as 500 feet.
📜 Discover the unique history of a buried Hollywood movie set.
🌿 Observe diverse native plants and animals in a National Wildlife Refuge.
🚶 Hike miles of beach and trails, offering wildlife viewing and photography opportunities.
⚠️ Beach access is restricted from early March through late September to protect nesting birds.
🗺️ Get a free map from the Dunes Center for viewing locations.
📍 Visit the Dunes Center museum for exhibits on the movie set and local history.
💰 Dunes Center admission: Adults $7, Seniors $6, Children 12 and under Free.
🕒 Dunes Center: Tuesday - Saturday, 10am to 3pm.
🕒 Refuge: Daily, sunrise to sunset.
Available at Rancho Guadalupe Dunes Preserve.
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