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The managing agency publishes official acreage."},"firstProtected":null,"established":null,"administrations":[],"designationHistory":[],"summary":"The Tower is an astounding geologic feature that protrudes out of the prairie surrounding the Black Hills. It is considered sacred by Northern Plains Indians and indigenous people. Hundreds of parallel cracks make it one of the finest crack climbing areas in North America. Devils Tower entices us to learn more, explore more and define our place in the natural and cultural world.","summarySource":"National Park Service","guide":{},"trConnection":null,"trConnections":[{"id":"ppl-m-devils-tower","type":"protected","label":"Protected by T.R.","date":"1906-09-24","then":"Devils Tower National Monument","thenKind":"national monument","text":"As President, Theodore Roosevelt set aside it (1906-09-24).","note":"The first national monument, proclaimed under the brand-new Antiquities Act. The proclamation called the tower 'such an extraordinary example of the effect of erosion in the higher mountains as to be a natural wonder.'","sources":[{"url":"https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/documents/proclamation-658-setting-aside-devils-tower-national-monument-wyoming","name":"presidency.ucsb.edu"},{"url":"https://web.archive.org/web/20200214180323/https://www.nps.gov/archeology/sites/antiquities/monumentslist.htm","name":"web.archive.org"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/articles/lee-story-proclamation.htm","name":"nps.gov"},{"name":"Roosevelt’s Public Lands","url":"https://publiclands.labs.trlibrary.com/#place=m-devils-tower"}],"dataset":"publiclands","reviewed":true},{"id":"ea-proc-658","type":"executive-action","label":"Traces to a T.R. proclamation or order","date":"1906-09-24","document":"Proclamation 658","title":"Setting Aside Devils Tower National Monument, Wyoming","relation":"began with this document","text":"Proclamation 658 (1906-09-24): “Setting Aside Devils Tower National Monument, Wyoming.” Today’s site began with this document.","note":"Now 1,347 acres, about 194 more than the 1,152.91 reserved in 1906.","sources":[{"name":"Proclamation 658 in Theodore Roosevelt’s Executive Orders and Proclamations","url":"https://executiveactions.labs.trlibrary.com/document.html?id=proc-658"},{"name":"National Park Service"}],"dataset":"executiveactions","reviewed":true}],"trTypes":["protected","executive-action"],"links":{"official":"https://www.nps.gov/deto/index.htm","social":{},"recreationGov":null,"alltrails":null,"alltrailsExplore":"https://www.alltrails.com/explore?b_tl_lat=44.6012&b_tl_lng=-104.7303&b_br_lat=44.579&b_br_lng=-104.7","recreationGovSearch":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Devils%20Tower%20National%20Monument","directions":"http://www.nps.gov/deto/planyourvisit/directions.htm"},"images":[{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C812956-1DD8-B71B-0B0AB4D807441C9D.jpg","title":"Devils Tower looming above the trees","alt":"Devils Tower looming above the trees","caption":"Devils Tower looming above the trees","credit":"NPS/ S. Carter","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C812B21-1DD8-B71B-0B46E0A561AF4ABA.jpg","title":"Devils Tower from the Joyner Ridge Trail","alt":"Devils Tower from the Joyner Ridge Trail","caption":"Devils Tower from the Joyner Ridge Trail","credit":"NPS/ S. Carter","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C812C79-1DD8-B71B-0BC6A4C111355453.jpg","title":"Fall at Devils Tower","alt":"Fall at Devils Tower","caption":"Fall at Devils Tower","credit":"NPS/ S. Carter","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C812F78-1DD8-B71B-0B434971F59DAE06.jpg","title":"Devils Tower overlooking the Circle of Sacred Smoke Sculpture","alt":"Devils Tower overlooking the Circle of Sacred Smoke Sculpture","caption":"Devils Tower overlooking the Circle of Sacred Smoke Sculpture","credit":"NPS/ S. Carter","source":"NPS"}],"activities":["Astronomy","Stargazing","Camping","Car or Front Country Camping","Group Camping","RV Camping","Climbing","Rock Climbing","Hiking","Front-Country Hiking","Junior Ranger Program","Wildlife Watching","Birdwatching"],"topics":["Explorers and Expeditions","Native American Heritage","Presidents","Schools and Education","Transportation","Roads, Routes and Highways","Wars and Conflicts","Tribal Conflicts","Westward Expansion","Homesteading","The Gold Rush","Women's History","Forests and Woodlands","Geology","Night Sky","Astronomy","River and Riparian","Rock Landscapes and Features","Buttes","Trails"],"fees":[{"title":"Entrance - Private Vehicle","cost":"25.00","description":"Fee for a single, private, non-commercial vehicle and all its passengers.  Note: In summer it's a good idea to arrive at the entrance station before 10 am or after 4 pm to avoid congestion and find better parking options."},{"title":"Entrance - Motorcycle","cost":"20.00","description":"Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers. Note: In summer it's a good idea to arrive at the entrance station before 10 am or after 4 pm to avoid congestion and find better parking options."},{"title":"Entrance - Per Person","cost":"15.00","description":"Admits one individual when entering on foot or bicycle. Individuals 15 years of age or younger are admitted free. This may also be used to calculate cost for organized non-profit groups (service organizations, scout groups, religious groups, etc.)"},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Sedan","cost":"25.00","description":"These entrance fees are based upon the seating capacity of the commercial tour vehicle - not the actual number of passengers. The fee is $25 plus $15/person, not to exceed $40."},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Van","cost":"40.00","description":"These entrance fees are based upon the seating capacity of the commercial tour vehicle - not the actual number of passengers."},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus","cost":"40.00","description":"These entrance fees are based upon the seating capacity of the commercial tour vehicle - not the actual number of passengers."},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach","cost":"100.00","description":"These entrance fees are based upon the seating capacity of the commercial tour vehicle - not the actual number of passengers."}],"passes":[{"title":"Annual Entrance - Park","cost":"45.00","description":"A great option if you visit more than twice a year."}],"hours":[{"name":"Park Hours","description":"Park roads and trails are open 24 hours/day.  This visitor center bookstore is open on a limited basis. The Belle Fourche River Campground is open mid-May to mid-October.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[]}],"directions":"The park entrance is located 33 miles northeast of Moorcroft, 27 miles northwest of Sundance, and 52 miles southwest of Belle Fourche, SD. If approaching from the east or west, take US Hwy 14 to WY 24 (follow the signs from I-90). If approaching from the north, take WY 112 to WY 24 (from Montana) or SD 34 / WY 24 (from South Dakota).","weatherInfo":"Obtain forecast information before beginning your adventure at Devils Tower National Monument and observe changing weather conditions. Thunderstorms can develop quickly bringing lightning, hail, rain, slippery rock surfaces, and hypothermia. Summer days can bring very hot temperatures. Carry enough water, and realize the rock of the Tower can reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Winter weather can bring blowing snow and road closures. Check local forecasts and road conditions before visiting.","contacts":{"phone":"307-204-6428","email":"deto_interpretation@nps.gov"},"visitorCenters":[{"name":"Devils Tower National Monument Visitor Center","description":"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.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/deto/planyourvisit/visitorcenters.htm","lat":44.590497289000005,"lon":-104.72011681100003}],"campgrounds":[{"name":"Belle Fourche River Campground","description":"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.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/deto/planyourvisit/campgrounds.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":45}],"thingsToDo":[],"nearby":[{"slug":"bear-butte-national-wildlife-refuge","km":102},{"slug":"black-hills-national-forest","km":103},{"slug":"jewel-cave-national-monument","km":119},{"slug":"norbeck-wildlife-preserve-national-game-refuge","km":126},{"slug":"thunder-basin-national-grassland","km":127},{"slug":"mount-rushmore-national-memorial","km":128}],"hasBoundary":true,"boundarySource":{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division","url":"https://irma.nps.gov/DataStore/Reference/Profile/2224545"},"sources":[{"name":"NPS Data API","url":"https://developer.nps.gov/api/v1/parks?parkCode=deto"},{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division boundaries","url":"https://services1.arcgis.com/fBc8EJBxQRMcHlei/arcgis/rest/services/NPS_Land_Resources_Division_Boundary_and_Tract_Data_Service/FeatureServer/2"}],"editorialStatus":"draft","synced":"2026-11-09T02:12:45.610Z","alerts":[{"source":"NPS","kind":"Information","title":"The park has a new phone number!","text":"The park now has a new phone number. Please call: 307-204-6428 for the information line.","url":null,"updated":"2026-10-25 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-0ACCEBD2-F1A4-4EC0-8999-444C50807DF3"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Park Closure","title":"Campground Closed for the Season","text":"As of October 15, 2026 the campground is closed. The campground will reopen mid May of 2027.","url":null,"updated":"2026-10-06 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-1D1F069D-6C03-4080-A642-A89DD4C33001"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Danger","title":"Stage 2 Burn Restrictions","text":"All campfires are prohibited. Devices using pressurized liquid or gas (stoves, grills or lanterns) that include shut-off valves are permitted when used in an area at least three feet or more from flammable material such as grasses or pine needles. Smoking is only allowed in an enclosed vehicle.","url":null,"updated":"2026-10-02 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-73D12AFD-DF05-4BBD-84A1-871BACB6727C"}],"url":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/sites/devils-tower-national-monument/","boundaryUrl":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/boundaries/devils-tower-national-monument.geojson"}