10 Sandboarding Destinations That’ll Blow Your Mind in 2025

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Forget snowboarding—2025 is all about trading icy slopes for sun-baked dunes.

Sandboarding has exploded as the ultimate adrenaline fix for rebels and thrill-seekers, combining high-speed drops with Insta-worthy desert backdrops.

We’ve scoured the globe to bring you the most unique, underrated, and downright epic spots to ride this year.

1. Huacachina, Peru

This desert oasis is the OG sandboarding paradise. Picture razor-edged dunes towering over a palm-fringed lagoon, where you can bomb down slopes at 50 mph. Afterward, guzzle a Pisco Sour at a local bar and party with backpackers who’ve traded hiking boots for sandboards.

Pro Tip: Rent a board for $5/hour from street vendors—no fancy gear required.

2. Great Sand Dunes NP, Colorado

North America’s tallest dunes (seriously, some hit 750 feet) are a surreal mix of Mars-like terrain and alpine vistas. Beginners can tackle the smaller slopes, while pros test their guts on the steep “Star Dune.”

Bonus: The park’s remote location means insane stargazing after dark.

Why It Rules: Free sandboard rentals for kids under 17.

3. Dune du Pilat, France

Europe’s tallest sand dune is a vibe. Climb 350 feet for panoramic views of pine forests and the Atlantic, then launch yourself down slopes so steep you’ll feel weightless.

Stick around for sunset—the golden light turns the sand into literal glitter.

Don’t Miss: The secret forest trails behind the dune for post-ride picnics.

4. Lancelin, Australia

Just an hour from Perth, these bone-white dunes are Australia’s answer to snowboarding parks.

Rent a sandboard or toboggan for $20 AUD and hit slopes that’ll make you feel like you’re surfing (but way dustier). Cool off afterward with a dip in the turquoise Indian Ocean.

Local Hack: Weekdays = empty dunes. Weekends = chaotic fun.

5. Sossusvlei, Namibia

The Sahara’s edgier cousin. Namibia’s rust-red dunes are legendary, with Dead Vlei’s skeletal trees and cracked clay adding post-apocalyptic flair.

Climb “Big Daddy” (over 1,000 feet tall) at dawn for a descent so wild you’ll forget to breathe.

Insider Move: Book a guided tour—locals know the safest routes to avoid overheating.

6. Aswan, Egypt

Skip the pyramids—Aswan’s dunes along the Nile are where it’s at. Ride golden slopes with views of ancient temples, then crash at a Nubian homestay in Gharb Soheil for mint tea and henna art. It’s culture and adrenaline, no crowds included.

Secret Perk: Combine your trip with a felucca sailboat ride down the Nile.

7. Coral Pink Dunes, Utah

This park’s blush-colored sands look like a Barbie dreamscape. The dunes are smaller but fast, with soft slopes perfect for nailing 360s.

Stay till dusk—the sand glows pink under the setting sun.

Pro Gear Tip: Wax your board—the finer sand here slows you down.

8. Jockey’s Ridge, North Carolina

The East Coast’s tallest living dune is a low-key gem. Fly down slopes with the Atlantic breeze in your face, or try hang gliding (yes, really) for a double adrenaline hit.

Bonus: Free entry and sunset views that’ll wreck your Instagram feed.