The nearly vertical monolith known as Devils Tower rises 1,267 feet above the meandering Belle Fourche River. It is the remnant of an ancient volcanic feature. Known by several northern plains tribes as Bears Lodge, it is a sacred site
of worship for many American Indians. The rolling hills of this 1,347 acre park are covered with pine forests with valley support deciduous woodlands and prairie grasslands. Deer, prairie dogs, and other wildlife are abundant. Proclaimed - September 24, 1906.
The legend of Devil's Tower
Devil's Tower, Wyoming, a volcanic plug or neck. In Kiowa Indian mythology it was said that: Once upon a time seven little girls were playing in the woods far from home and they came upon some bears that chased after them. They found refuge on a great rock, that rose into sky with them on it, making them into stars. The bears tried to pursue them, but all their efforts were in vain. You can still see the struggle and their claw marks in the rock that makes up Devil's Tower.
ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 10
Devils Tower, WY 82714
TELEPHONE:
(307) 467-5283
OPERATING HOURS, SEASONS:
Open every day.
Campground and visitor center open April- October.
Visitor center open 8:30 - 5:00spring and fall, 8:00 - 7:30 summer.
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