Engel Photography

Into the Heart of White Sands

Into the Heart of White Sands
Dunes of brilliant white gypsum rise along Dunes Drive as the road leads into the heart of White Sands National Park. Dark pavement and golden center lines create a striking contrast with the luminous sand, while sweeping clouds stretch across the soft blue New Mexico sky.
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Photographer James Engel
Date & Time Saturday, March 28th, 2026 at 9:59 AM America/Denver
Focal Length 24mm
Shutter Speed 1/250 sec
Aperture ƒ/11
ISO 64
Location North America, The United States of America, New Mexico, White Sands National Park
Keywords Desert Landscape, Fine Art Photography, Landscapes & Nature, National Park, Photography Effects, Photography Genres, Photography Techniques, Scenic Vista
Camera Nikon D850
Lens NIKON 24-85mm F3.5-4.5G ED VR AF-S Nikkor Lens
Approximate Map Location
Latitude: 32.821228
Longitude: -106.273766
Altitude: 1,175.0 meters / 3,855.0 feet