Devils Tower National Monument

Usual hours

• Mon–Sun 0:00–0:00

From 56 published days, 2026-10-23 to 2026-12-17; community-mapped.

About

This park's official page lists: Pet-friendly (leashed).

Entrance / day-use fee applies.

This park's official page lists: Restrooms, Visitor center, Picnic areas.

Official facts

Public access: Open access.

Protected area: 1,350 acres (546 ha).

Designation: National Monument. Listed as "Devils Tower National Monument" in the Protected Areas Database of the United States. Protection: managed for biodiversity, natural processes allowed (GAP 1). IUCN category III.

Established: 1906.

Managed by: NPS.

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Gap Analysis Project (GAP), 2025, Protected Areas Database of the United States (PAD-US) 4.1

At the park

• Camping activity
• Caves & caverns scenic feature
• Hiking trails trail
• Boating water

Shows and experiences

• Historic sites & museum

Events

• Pavilion Program 10:00 AM–11:00 AM · Across the visitor center a two minute walk down the Tower Trail.
• Evening Program
• 120 Anniversary Program
• Trails of Devils Tower

Before you go

First aid

In-park (mapped location) — First aid station marked on the park map. Confirm the current location with any team member on arrival.

Limits

You may walk your pets in parking areas, along roadways, in picnic areas, and at the campground if they are secured on a leash no longer than 6 feet

Limits

Pets are allowed at the park

Limits

You may walk your pets in parking areas, along roadways, in picnic areas, and at the campground if they are secured on a leash no longer than 6 feet

Getting there

The park entrance is located 33 miles northeast of Moorcroft, 27 miles northwest of Sundance, and 52 miles southwest of Belle Fourche, SD. If approaching from the east or west, take US Hwy 14 to WY 24 (follow the signs from I-90). If approaching from the north, take WY 112 to WY 24 (from Montana) or SD 34 / WY 24 (from South Dakota).

Weather & when to go

Obtain forecast information before beginning your adventure at Devils Tower National Monument and observe changing weather conditions. Thunderstorms can develop quickly bringing lightning, hail, rain, slippery rock surfaces, and hypothermia. Summer days can bring very hot temperatures. Carry enough water, and realize the rock of the Tower can reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Winter weather can bring blowing snow and road closures. Check local forecasts and road conditions before visiting.

⚠ Park closure: Campground Closed for the Season

As of October 15, 2026 the campground is closed. The campground will reopen mid May of 2027.

⚠ Park closure: Bookstore Closed: November 2-November 3

The Bookstore will be closed: November 2 through November 3. During this time the Visitor Center will remain open.

⚠ Danger: Stage 2 Burn Restrictions

All campfires are prohibited. Devices using pressurized liquid or gas (stoves, grills or lanterns) that include shut-off valves are permitted when used in an area at least three feet or more from flammable material such as grasses or pine needles. Smoking is only allowed in an enclosed vehicle.

Visitor center

Climbing Kiosk (Devils Tower National Monument)

Visitor center

Devils Tower National Monument Entrance Station

Visitor center

Devils Tower National Monument Entrance Station

Visitor center

Devils Tower National Monument Entrance Station

Visitor center

Devils Tower National Monument Entrance Station

Visitor center

Devils Tower National Monument Entrance Station

Visitor center

Devils Tower National Monument Visitor Center

Visitor center

Devils Tower National Monument Visitor Center

Visitor center

Devils Tower National Monument Visitor Center

Visitor center

Devils Tower National Monument Visitor Center

Visitor center

Devils Tower National Monument Visitor Center — The Visitor Center and Bookstore are open every day from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Outside and to the right of the visitor center building, you will find a self-service passport stamp station that is open 24/7. If you want to speak directly with a ranger and one is not present in the visitor center… — Devils Tower National Monument is accessed via Wyoming Highway 24. From the east, take Interstate 90, exit 185; from the west, take Interstate 90, exit 153 (both exits are for U.S. Highway 14). Follow the signage from major highways to be directed toward the park. The visitor center is at the end of the park road, three miles from the entrance station.

Visitor center

Devils Tower Picnic Area

Facilities on the park map

5 bench, 1 defibrillator, 1 first aid station, 2 picnic area, 3 restroom, 12 visitor information, 1 water fountain.

Where to stay

• Belle Fourche River Campground The first come, first served campground (no reservations) Belle Fourche River Campground is a 2-loop, 45-site campground (43 pull-through sites with room for RVs up to 35') with 4 ADA sites and 3 tent-only group sites. Drinking water is available at water spigots and in the restrooms. No hookups are available. Large cottonwood trees provide shade. A picnic shelter and tables are available north of · 45 campsites · Accessibility: Four sites in the campground are accessible - sites A-2, A-4, B-11, and B-25. Campground restrooms are accessible. The outdoor amphitheater is wheelchair…

History

Heritage status

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Opened

1906

• Park opened