Devils Tower National Monument

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June closure

Climbing

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Entrance open

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45 sites

Campground

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$25

7-day fee

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867 ft

Tower height

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2 live

Cameras

🪶A Sacred Site — Please Visit RespectfullyJune closure▾

🏔️ Devils Tower — known as Mato Tipila ("Bear Lodge") and by other names to more than 20 Northern Plains tribes — is a sacred site central to Lakota, Cheyenne, Kiowa, Crow and other tribal origin stories and ceremonies. Out of respect, please stay on trails near the base, keep prayer bundles/cloths tied to trees undisturbed, and be mindful during ceremonies. NPS history & culture ↗

🧗 Voluntary June Climbing Closure: Since the 1995 Climbing Management Plan, climbers are asked to voluntarily avoid climbing the Tower throughout June, when many tribal ceremonies take place. Compliance has historically been strong (90%+ reduction in June climbing), and the Access Fund and major guiding services publicly support the closure. Over 100 other climbing areas exist within a day's drive. NPS climbing info ↗

🪧Park Entrance & Fees1 open · $25▾

Only Entrance Usually Open

WY-110, off US-14 near Devils Tower Junction

Devils Tower has a single paved entrance road crossing the Belle Fourche River. Most visitors arrive via I-90 and US-14 from Sundance or Moorcroft, WY.

💡 Entrance line can exceed 30 minutes on summer afternoons (late May–early Sept) — arrive early or late in the day. Cashless entrance station — cards only.

NPS directions ↗

Entry Fees · 7-day pass

Vehicle$25

Motorcycle$20

Foot / Bike (16+)$15

Under 16Free

Devils Tower Annual Pass$45/yr

America the Beautiful$80/yr

Card only · No cash accepted onsite

🏕Campground45 sites · FCFS▾

Belle Fourche River Campground First-Come, First-Served ▾

Sites45 (43 pull-through, 4 ADA, 3 tent-only group)

ReservationsNone — not bookable on Recreation.gov, arrive in person

LocationAlong the Belle Fourche River, near the Tower base

NotesOnly in-monument campground — fills by late afternoon June–Sept

Campground details ↗

🏕️ No lodging, food service, or grocery stores inside the monument. The gateway town of Devils Tower / Hulett, WY has a general store, campground and lodging just outside the entrance; more services are in Sundance and Moorcroft. NPS eating & sleeping info ↗

📍Landmarks & Trailheads6 stops▾

The Tower & Base Trails3 stops▾

Devils Tower867-ft igneous intrusion · sacred site to Northern Plains tribes5,112 ft summit

Tower TrailEasy paved loop encircling the base1.3 mi · ~1 hr

Circle of Sacred Smoke SculptureBronze artwork & picnic area near visitor center~15 min

Longer Trails2 stops▾

Joyner Ridge TrailModerate loop · sweeping Tower views, little light pollution at night1.5 mi · ~1 hr

Red Beds TrailModerate loop through red-rock formations & prairie2.8 mi · ~2 hrs

Wildlife1 stop▾

Prairie Dog TownBlack-tailed prairie dog colony near the entrance roadActive dawn–dusk

🌙Stargazing & Night SkyNo IDA cert.▾

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Devils Tower has no formal International Dark Sky Association certification, but its remote location in rural northeastern Wyoming — far from major cities — means night skies are typically excellent. Best viewing spots are the Joyner Ridge Trail parking area and the Circle of Sacred Smoke Sculpture & picnic area, both recommended by NPS for minimal light pollution. Check Clear Dark Sky before you go, and bring a red flashlight to preserve night vision. NPS night sky info ↗

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Park Contact Information

📞 Phone: (307) 467-5283 · Mailing Address: PO Box 10, Devils Tower, WY 82714 · Official NPS contact page ↗