- President Theodore Roosevelt proclaimed Devils Tower the first national monument in 1906. Approximately 107 miles northwest of Rapid City, the formation…
- Devils Tower National Monument (Mato Tipila in Lakota) is a national monument in Crook County, Northeast Wyoming.
- Be captivated by the mystique and natural beauty of Devils Tower National Monument, a true geological marvel that will leave you in awe.
- To this day, Devils Tower is frequently the site of ceremonial rituals, including sun dances, sweat lodges, and prayer and artifact offerings.
- Are you planning a trip to Devils Tower National Monument in Wyoming? Our post gives you many tips on preparing for a perfect visit to Devils Tower.
- Devils Tower is best characterized by its numerous, long crack systems. Free climbing routes, that lead to the Summit, range from 5.6 to 5.12 in difficulty.
- Geologists determined that Devils Tower in Wyoming was formed not by the prayers of scared little girls, but as the result of an ancient volcano.
- We think the best way to experience Devils Tower is to spend a few nights in your tent or RV taking in this unique landscape.
- A minimum of two weeks advanced notice is required to book a Devils Tower trip. The trip from Jackson Hole to the Tower usually takes between eight and ten hours.
- Many lavas form hexagon-shaped columns as they cool, but none are as large as the column widths (10 feet) at Devils Tower, or as tall.