Monahans Sandhills State Park

Monahans Sandhills State Park protects 3,840 acres of active sand dunes up to 70 feet tall in the Permian Basin of West Texas. Visitors can rent sand discs to surf down the dunes, explore the interpretive center, or simply enjoy one of the most unique landscapes in the state. Camping here feels like sleeping in the Sahara.

26 campsites|West Texas|5 hr 30 min from Austin|$4/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Water + Electric

$20/night

Dune View Loop · Sites 1-15 · 15 sites

Water, 30-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK

Water Only

$15/night

Desert Camp Loop · Sites 16-26 · 11 sites

WaterRV OKTent OK

Guide to Monahans Sandhills State Park

Best Campsites

For Families:Sites 1-15 (Dune View) — water/electric, close to dunes and visitor center

For Privacy:Sites 16-26 (Desert Camp) — more secluded, quieter

For RVs:Sites 1-15 — level pads with water/electric

When to Go

October through April. Summer is brutally hot (110°F+). Spring break draws families for sand surfing.

Tips

→Rent sand discs at the visitor center — sliding down dunes is a blast
→Visit at sunset — the light on the dunes is magical
→Summer camping is not recommended — sand surface temperatures can burn
→Good overnight stop between Dallas and Big Bend or Carlsbad Caverns

Highlights

70-foot sand dunes for surfingSand disc rentals availableUnique desert sand dune landscapeInterpretive center and museumSunset photography paradiseDark sky stargazing

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