Wind Cave Canyon Trail

Wind Cave Canyon is an easy out and back trail.

Quick Facts

Location:

Hot Springs, SD

Significance:

Hiking Trail

Amenities

2 listed

Parking - Auto, Trailhead

Wind Cave Canyon trail is an easy, 3.6 mi (5.7 km) round-trip, hike.This trail follows an old road down Wind Cave Canyon to the park boundary. Limestone cliffs provide nesting areas for cliff swallows, canyon wrens, and great horned owls. Look for Red-headed and Lewis's woodpeckers among the snap trees of forested hillsides. 
 

Trail Safety
Hiking off trail is permitted. Watch out for wildlife.

Bison and other wildlife are dangerous and unpredictable. Do not approach. 

Carry and drink plenty of water. There is no drinking water on this trail. 

Check the weather forecast before you hike. Bring extra layers.  

A topographic map is recommended and can be purchased at the visitor center bookstore.