Devils Tower National Monument is relatively small at 1,347 acres (5.5 sq. km), but there is still a lot to explore! The monument is easily divided into three major hubs: the Belle Fourche River hub, Joyner Ridge, and the visitor center hub.
Belle Fourche River Hub
After proceeding through the Entrance Station, visitors drive over the Belle Fourche River. This river is also the park boundary to the southeast, making it the perfect name for the hub of destinations and activities in this area.
Devils Tower Picnic Area is conveniently located in the Belle Fourche River hub, near the Belle Fourche River Campground, the prairie dog town, and hiking trails.
Check out the prairie dog town, a bustling community of over 600 residents! The prairie dog town is a great place to watch for wildlife, take a stroll, or enjoy the sweeping view of Devils Tower.
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 the campground. 14-day limit on occupancy.
Location:Devils Tower prairie dog town / Belle Fourche River hub
Season:Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time Of Day:Day, Dawn, Dusk
Have you ever heard a prairie dog yip? Or seen a fox with its kits? There’s lots going on at the prairie dog town! Take some time to enjoy the wildlife in the park. Don’t forget to look up! The prairie dog town is a great place to spot turkey vultures, peregrine falcons, and other birds flying around the Tower. Use the pullouts along the Main Park Road near prairie dog town to observe this bustling environment.
South Side Trail offers an easy stroll through the prairie dog town or a convenient connector to other parts of the park. Catch the trail from the park amphitheater, Red Beds Trail, or prairie dog town pullouts. South Side Trail is a great way to reach the visitor center from the picnic area and campground, allowing you to skip the visitor center parking lot crowds.
Take a stroll through the prairie dog town with scenic views of the Belle Fourche River and Devils Tower. Valley View Trail is relatively level and short, perfect for kids or a quick leg stretch. Valley View Trail can also be used to connect the campground or picnic area to other parts of the park.
Joyner Ridge is the least crowded part of the park. The ridge was named after Newell Joyner, one of the monument’s early custodians (superintendents). Take the park road about 2 miles, then turn left onto the gravel road. There is a sign just before the intersection. Take the gravel road about 0.3 miles, then turn right into the small gravel parking area. RVs and motorcycles are not recommended on the gravel road.
Solitude and scenery awaits you at Joyner Ridge. Hike or sit and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. Ideal for photographing Devils Tower, avoiding crowds, and stargazing at night.
Joyner Ridge offers wide open spaces and little light pollution – the perfect combination for optimal stargazing. Set up your telescope, photograph the night sky with Devils Tower, or simply look up. There’s no wrong way to stargaze!
Joyner Ridge provides the space and serenity to enjoy nature without the crowds. Visit a quieter part of Devils Tower by hiking the 1.5-mile (2.4 km) Joyner Ridge Trail. Take in scenic views of the Tower or visit at night to stargaze in the secluded northern part of the park. Experience this trail in spring to spot blooming wildflowers along the trail edge.
At the end of the park road is the visitor center hub. Stop by the visitor center for exhibits, friendly rangers, and the park bookstore. Then, go out and explore on one of the trails that leave from here. The visitor center hub is the most crowded area of the park, for good reason – it's the closest access to the Tower!
Devils Tower National Monument Visitor Center
The Devils Tower National Monument visitor center contains the Devils Tower Natural History Association bookstore. The visitor center was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Physical Address
Hwy 110 Bldg 170 Devils Tower, WY82714
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 10 Devils Tower, WY82714
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.
Current Hours (Spring Hours 2025)
April 2–May 25
Every Day:9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Standard Hours
Every Day:9:00 AM–5:00 PM
The Devils Tower visitor center is currently run by our nonprofit partner, the Devils Tower Natural History Association. Ranger staff are limited. Outside and to the right of the visitor center building, you will find a self-service passport stamp station, along with basic park information and Junior Ranger supplies, available 24/7. If you want to speak directly with a ranger and one is not present in the visitor center, give us a try on our informational phone line at 307-467-5283 x635
Closures & Seasonal Exceptions
March Hours 2025
March 5–March 19
Every Day:9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Closed for Repairs
March 20–April 1
Every Day:Closed
Due to repairs being made in the bookstore, the visitor center will be closed.
First stop on the Tower Trail and a must-see for visitors to the monument! The boulder field is a great start to exploring Devils Tower, learning about geology, or getting a good scramble in. We ask that visitors in the month of June stay on trail as part of the voluntary June closure.
Looking for a traditional hiking experience in the park? Check out this 2.8 mile loop around the Tower! Take in sights of the Tower from different angles and enjoy the beauty of the Belle Fourche River valley. As you climb up and down between the visitor center parking lot and the river valley, experience the geology of the park up close! Escape the crowds on the Tower Trail and take in sweeping vistas of the park and surrounding land.
Enjoy a walk around the base of one of the most unique geologic formations in the world! Learn about the natural and cultural history of Devils Tower National Monument, from theories about how it formed to the connections modern tribes maintain with the site today.
