33,851 acres
Park Size
709,001
Annual Visitors
30 mi
Trail Miles
62
Campsites
About Wind Cave National Park
Wind Cave National Park protects one of the longest and most complex caves in the world, famous for its rare boxwork formations—thin calcite fins resembling honeycomb that are found in greater quantity here than anywhere else on Earth. The cave's name comes from the strong winds that blow in or out of its natural entrance as atmospheric pressure changes. Above ground, the park protects 33,000 acres of mixed-grass prairie, home to bison, elk, and one of the largest prairie dog colonies in the country.
Park Highlights
- Wind Cave
- Boxwork Formations
- Prairie Ecosystem
- Bison Herd
- Rankin Ridge
- Natural Entrance
Activities
Wildlife
Visitor Information
Free (cave tours require tickets)
Entrance Fee
Summer, Fall
Best Seasons
Visitor Tips
- Cave is constant 54F year-round
- Multiple tour options of varying difficulty
- Surface trails excellent for bison viewing
- Combine with nearby Custer State Park
Location
Official Resources
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