Devils Tower National Monument
Visiting Devils Tower
Devils Tower is a significant sacred site to Indian tribes throughout the United States, so please be mindful of this as you spend time taking in the grandeur of the Tower. Park staff asks visitors to be respectful of this quiet place and remember voices and noise travel long distances. Since the Tower is a sacred site to Native Americans all traditional cultural landscapes are protected. Please do not disturb prayer bundles. All plants and wildlife are protected as well.
The Tower is a truly unique feature within the Black Hills area. It is composed of phonolite porphyry, a rock found only in a few places throughout the world. Hundreds of parallel cracks divide Devils Tower into large hexagonal columns, making it one of the finest traditional crack climbing areas in North America.
Please help to protect the park resources. Collection of rocks, plants or any natural material is prohibited. Please do not feed any wildlife, including the prairie dogs. Prairie dog antics are fun to watch but resist the urge to feed them because human food will kill them. The speed limit is 25 miles per hour, unless posted otherwise. Please be wary of pedestrians, bicyclists and the abundant wildlife moving across and around the roads. When hiking, travel above the boulder field is dangerous and requires a permit.
Leashed pets may be exercised in the parking areas, along the roadways and in the picnic area. Pets are also permitted in the campground if they are leashed and are not left unattended. Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the trails at Devils Tower National Monument.
The climate of Devils Tower is usually mild and typical of the Black Hills region. High temperatures can range from the mid 90s in the summer to the 50s in the spring & fall. Winters can be cold with extended periods of below zero temperatures possible. Be prepared for any weather with layers of clothing, sunscreen, water and sturdy walking shoes.
