Devils Tower National Monument
Designation: National Monument
Location: Wyoming
📘 Park Overview
The Tower is an astounding geologic feature that protrudes out of the prairie surrounding the Black Hills. It is considered sacred by Northern Plains Indians and indigenous people. Hundreds of parallel cracks make it one of the finest crack climbing areas in North America. Devils Tower entices us to learn more, explore more and define our place in the natural and cultural world.
🌤 Weather Information
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.
🚗 Directions
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).
Images
Devils Tower looming above the trees
Credit: NPS/ S. Carter
Devils Tower from the Joyner Ridge Trail
Credit: NPS/ S. Carter
Fall at Devils Tower
Credit: NPS/ S. Carter
Prairie dogs at Devils Tower
Credit: NPS
Devils Tower overlooking the Circle of Sacred Smoke Sculpture
Credit: NPS/ S. Carter
Activities
Topics
Operating Hours
Entrance Fees
Entrance Passes
3-Day Weather Forecast
Sunday, Aug 16
Sunny
High: 88.2°F | Low: 58.5°F
Humidity: 48%
Wind: 14.8 mph
Rain Chance: 57%
UV Index: 7.8
Sunrise: 06:02 AM
Sunset: 08:03 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (18%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 62.4°F
Cloud Cover: 57%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Monday, Aug 17
Sunny
High: 93.1°F | Low: 62.8°F
Humidity: 36%
Wind: 17.2 mph
Rain Chance: 17%
UV Index: 7.2
Sunrise: 06:03 AM
Sunset: 08:01 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (27%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 64.1°F
Cloud Cover: 17%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Tuesday, Aug 18
Sunny
High: 84.8°F | Low: 63.1°F
Humidity: 44%
Wind: 27.3 mph
Rain Chance: 17%
UV Index: 6.3
Sunrise: 06:05 AM
Sunset: 08:00 PM
Moon: First Quarter (37%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 61.1°F
Cloud Cover: 17%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Park Alerts
Park Events
A Brief History of the Belle Fourche River
Learn about the history of the Belle Fourche River.
Location: Meet inside the Visitor Center
Date: Feb 22, 2026 12:00am to Feb 22, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Night Sky Talk and Telescope Demonstration
Come learn about the night sky with a talk from 7-8 and then get to view the sky with telescopes from 8-9.
Location: Inside the Visitor Center from 7-8. Outside the Visitor Center 8-9.
Date: Mar 9, 2026 12:00am to Mar 9, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Night Sky Talk
Learn about the Night Sky
Location: Inside the Visitor Center
Date: Mar 9, 2026 12:00am to Mar 9, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Telescope Demonstration
Come view the night sky with telescopes.
Location: Meet right outside the Visitor Center
Date: Mar 9, 2026 12:00am to Mar 9, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
What is Wildlife?
What is wildlife? How do we determine what is wild? What even is a prairie dog? These are questions we will answer at our Devils Tower Wildlife Program scheduled for April 8th. Learn about the native animals in the park and what we are doing to protect them. Meet us at the Visitor Center at 12:00 p.m. MDT, we look forward to seeing you there!
Location: Visitor Center
Date: Apr 8, 2026 12:00am to Apr 8, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Black Hills Raptor Center Program
See live Birds of prey.
Location: The Pavilion located across from the Visitor Center just 2 minutes down the Tower Trail
Date: May 9, 2026 12:00am to May 9, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Evening Program
Join a ranger to learn about Devils Tower.
Location: The Amphitheater across from the picnic area near the campground.
Date: May 22, 2026 12:00am to May 22, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Pavilion Program
Join a Ranger for a program at the Pavilion.
Location: At the Pavilion across from the Visitor Center. A two minute walk on the Tower Trail.
Date: May 22, 2026 12:00am to May 22, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Evening Program
Join a ranger to learn about Devils Tower.
Location: The Amphitheater across from the picnic area near the campground.
Date: May 23, 2026 12:00am to May 23, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Pavilion Program
Join a Ranger for a program at the Pavilion.
Location: At the Pavilion across from the Visitor Center. A two minute walk on the Tower Trail.
Date: May 23, 2026 12:00am to May 23, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
149 State Highway 110
Devils Tower, WY 82714
🏤 Mailing Address:
PO Box 10
Devils Tower, WY 82714
📞 Voice Phone: 3074675283
📞 Fax Phone: 3074675350
✉️ Email: deto_interpretation@nps.gov