Devils Tower rises from the Belle Fourche River valley like a stone sentinel, its columnar rock face commanding the high plains of northeastern Wyoming with an almost spiritual presence. This National Monument, sacred to numerous Native American tribes, offers visitors a chance to walk among geological wonders and breathe in the crisp, wide-open air of the American West. The non-climbing trails provide intimate perspectives of this iconic 867-meter monolith, while the nearby Vore Buffalo Jump reveals the deep history of the Plains people who hunted here for millennia.
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Belle Fourche Scenic Byway
A stunning 32-mile drive through the high plains with expansive vistas of the Belle Fourche River valley and commanding views of Devils Tower from multiple pullouts. This route captures the raw, windswept beauty of northeastern Wyoming and offers photographers and nature lovers unparalleled landscape perspectives.
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Devils Tower (Red Beds Trail, Tower Trail)
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Hulett Pioneer Museum
A small-town repository of authentic frontier artifacts and Native American heritage housed in a historic building just 10 miles from Devils Tower. The museum documents the settlement era and indigenous cultures of the Black Hills region, providing essential cultural context for understanding the monument's significance.
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Red Beds Trail
A scenic 3.2-mile loop showcasing rust-red sedimentary formations and ponderosa pine forest, offering geology enthusiasts an intimate look at the colorful rock layers that frame Devils Tower's base.
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Tower Trail
A 1.3-mile circumferential path hugging the dramatic columnar base of Devils Tower, providing photographers and casual hikers stunning close-up views of the monument's iconic hexagonal rock columns and sweeping prairie vistas.
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Vore Buffalo Jump
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Planning a Trip to Devils Tower NM (non-climbing): FAQs
When is the best time to visit Devils Tower NM (non-climbing)?
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The best time to visit Devils Tower NM (non-climbing) is summer.
How many days do you need in Devils Tower NM (non-climbing)?
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Plan on about 2 days to cover Devils Tower NM (non-climbing)'s highlights at a comfortable pace.
How do you get to Devils Tower NM (non-climbing)?
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Fly into Gillette-Campbell County Airport (2.5 hours south) or Rapid City Regional Airport in South Dakota (2 hours southeast). Devils Tower is 33 miles northeast of Sundance, Wyoming via I-90 and Highway 14. From Denver (approximately 6.5 hours), take I-25 north to I-90 northeast.
What are the top things to do in Devils Tower NM (non-climbing)?
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Top attractions in Devils Tower NM (non-climbing) include Belle Fourche Scenic Byway, Devils Tower (Red Beds Trail, Tower Trail), Hulett Pioneer Museum, Red Beds Trail and Tower Trail. Itinara lists 6 verified attractions in total.