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Halloween Weekend at Dumont Dunes! Halloween Weekend returns to Dumont Dunes October 30 - November 1, 2026! After a long, hot summer, it's time to get back to the sand, kick off another dune season, and enjoy one of Dumont's favorite holiday traditions. Halloween at Dumont Saturday, October 31 is the big day! Bring your costumes, decorate your camp, and stock up on candy for an evening of Halloween fun throughout the dunes. Friends of Dumont Dunes Trunk or Treat Saturday, October 31, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Location: Vendor Row Friends of Dumont Dunes (FODD) will be hosting their annual Trunk or Treat! Bring the kids in costume for some afternoon Halloween fun before heading back to camp for the evening. View the FODD Facebook announcement » Trick-or-Treating & Camp Decorations After Trunk or Treat, the fun continues with traditional camp-to-camp trick-or-treating Saturday night. Many families participate, so have plenty of candy ready for the kids making their rounds! Halloween decorations are also a big part of the weekend. From spooky lights and pumpkins to elaborate camp displays, get creative and join in the fun! Let the 2026-2027 Dune Season Begin! Halloween Weekend is one of the first big weekends of the season, so expect plenty of activity in the dunes and around camp. Keep speeds down near camps, watch for kids and pedestrians after dark, and ride safely in crowded areas. Get the toys ready, load up the candy, and we'll see you at Dumont!

The dunes are calling, and DDR is ready for another season! We've been busy behind the scenes giving Dumont Dune Riders some much-needed attention for the 2026–2027 dune season. From server and software upgrades to improvements throughout the website, there's plenty that's new and improved! YOUR DUMONT TRIP STARTS HERE Explore the Improved Dumont Guide Everything you need to plan your next Dumont trip, all in one place! Directions Camping FAQs Facts & Info Landmarks Maps Rules Passes Services Vendor Row Weather Photo Gallery What's New & Improved? 🌤️ Dumont Weather Check our upgraded 14-day forecast with hourly predictions, wind speeds, gusts, and more before your next trip. Check the Forecast → 🔧 Services Directory Need fuel, water, RV dumping, repairs, recovery, or supplies? Find useful services near Dumont in our expanded directory. Find Services → 🛒 Vendor Row Find food, ice, parts, and supplies from Dumont vendors. 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