Good to know
- Tickets
- The monument charges an entry fee per vehicle, covered by the America the Beautiful pass. Check nps.gov for current rates. Cash is not accepted.
- Time needed
- 2 to 3 hours to walk the Tower Trail and stop at the visitor center.
- Best time
- May to September. The visitor center has reduced hours in winter.
- Getting there
- Hulett is about 15 minutes away. Gillette-Campbell County Airport is about 1 hour away by car; Rapid City Regional is about 2 hours.
Where to stay nearby
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Devils Tower National Monument questions
Can you climb Devils Tower?
Yes, climbers register with the park before climbing. In June, climbers are asked to voluntarily stay off the tower out of respect for American Indian ceremonies.
Why is Devils Tower sacred?
More than 20 tribes have cultural ties to the tower, which many call Bear Lodge. It is a place of prayer, ceremony and traditional stories.
How long is the hike around Devils Tower?
The paved Tower Trail is about 1.3 miles and takes under an hour. The longer Red Beds Trail is about 2.8 miles.
