Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes, National Natural Landmark sand dunes in Santa Barbara County, California.
The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes extend across 22,000 acres along 18 miles of California's Central Coast, containing sand formations reaching heights of 500 feet.
Native Americans of the Chumash tribe first inhabited these coastal dunes before European exploration began with Don Gaspar de Portolà's expedition in September 1769.
The Ten Commandments film production in 1923 left various set pieces buried within the dunes, with artifacts now displayed at The Dunes Visitor Center.
Visitors can access hiking trails, practice wildlife photography, and observe over 120 species of rare plants and animals from sunrise to sunset.
The dunes form the largest intact coastal dune system on Earth, providing essential habitat for endangered species like the western snowy plover and California least tern.
Location: Santa Barbara County
Location: San Luis Obispo County
GPS coordinates: 34.93290,-120.66258
Latest update: May 16, 2025 23:05
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