Remembering the Jasper Fire

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6 minutes, 10 seconds

The Jasper Fire of August 2000 burned through over 83,000 acres of land in the western Black Hills. It burned through about 90 percent of Jewel Cave National Monument and consumed over half of the monument's forested acres. What was started by an arsonist became the largest wildfire in South Dakota recorded history.

 

Last updated: November 21, 2025

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Mailing Address:

11149 U.S. Hwy. 16
Building B12
Custer, SD 57730

Phone:

605 673-8300
The main phone line connects visitors with staff at the visitor center. Throughout the year, the phone line is monitored by staff on a daily basis, excluding holidays and days with limited visitor services. Please be advised that after-hours messages are not taken on the system; visitors are encouraged to call the visitor center during normal operations and speak with a park ranger for assistance.

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