Belle Fourche River Campground

• No reservations are available for this campground. Occupation is on a first come, first served basis. There is a 14 day limit on occupancy. The campground will fill on some nights from June through September. There are typically sites available until 6:00 pm every day.

Amphitheater (Devils Tower National Monument)

Catch an evening program, watch the stars, or start a trail at the park’s amphitheater.

• A paved area with rows of benches in a half circle. The benches face an open stage area with a large, permanent screen. There is a small shed in the back. A hip-height stone wall lines the back of the amphitheater and walkways, separating the amphitheater from the prairie dog town. Beyond the wall, prairie dogs and burrows are scattered through a prairie meadow. Devils Tower looms in the background.

Climbing Kiosk (Devils Tower National Monument)

Self register at the climbing kiosk before rock climbing or scrambling on Devils Tower. Registration is free and mandatory.

• A brown, 5-sided structure with a roof, similar to a gazebo. The structure is dark brown wood with an NPS arrowhead on one side.

Devils Tower Boulder Field

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.

• A large pile of gray-brown boulders of all different shapes and sizes, with a paved trail winding through them. Devils Tower rises out of the background. Boulders range from basketball size to the length of school buses.

Devils Tower National Monument Entrance Station

This is the only entrance to Devils Tower national monument and is a historic entrance station at Devils Tower National Monument

• The entrance station at Devils Tower National Monument is historic. This was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1935. There is a view of the massive rock monolith 1.5 miles away.

Devils Tower Picnic 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.

• Brown picnic tables scattered under tall leafy trees in the grass. Some picnic tables are under a shelter with a roof and no walls. A river winds through the prairie on one side.

Joyner Ridge

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.

• A bench sits atop a grassy ridgeline with tall pine trees around and behind. From the bench, the ridgeline slopes down into open grass prairie. Devils Tower looms in the background: a tall, ridged tower of gray and brown rock with the base studded in boulders and pine trees. A dirt trail leads from the gravel parking area behind the bench and into the trees, circling down into the prairie downslope and back to the parking area. Prayer bundles hang from the trees: colorful fabric bundles tied to tree branches.

Prairie Dog Town (Devils Tower National Monument)

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.

• A prairie meadow dotted with small burrows. Prairie dogs perch at the opening of many burrows, or scurry between them. Birds soar overhead. Deer occasionally wander through. The prairie dogs scurry underground when a fox trots by. The town is divided by the park road. Cars park along pullouts to take pictures of the town.

Devils Tower National Monument Visitor Center

• 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.

• Hike the Red Beds Loop Trail
• 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.

• Walk the Tower Trail Loop
• 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.

• Watch for Wildlife at Prairie Dog Town
• 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.

• Stargaze at Joyner Ridge
• 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!

• Hike South Side Trail
• 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.

• Hike Valley View Trail
• 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.

• Eat Lunch at the Devils Tower Picnic Area
• After a long day of exploring, stop by the Devils Tower picnic area to enjoy your lunch! The Devils Tower picnic area provides visitors with a serene experience of the Tower. Located near the Bell Fourche Campground, take a walk under the cottonwood trees with your leashed pet or spend the afternoon enjoying the views.

• Hike Joyner Ridge Trail
• 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.