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Jewel Cave National Monument
National Monument · SD
Immerse yourself in one of the longest caves in the world. With over 220 miles of mapped and surveyed passages, this underground wilderness appeals to human curiosity. Its splendor is revealed through fragile formations and glimpses of brilliant color. Its maze of passages lures explorers, and its scientific wealth remains a mystery. This resource is truly a jewel in the National Park Service.
Park report
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesCave Tour Reservations
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesAppropriate Footwear Required for Cave Tours
Hours Exceptions
NoteSummer Hours; Holiday Closures - Thanksgiving Day; Holiday Closures - Christmas Day; Holiday Closures - New Year's Day
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available10 activities
Park Name
InfoJewel Cave National Monument
Designation
InfoNational Monument
State(s)
InfoSD
Phone
Info6056738300
jeca_information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoJewel Cave National Monument is a day-use area and is available for outdoor recreation on a daily basis throughout the year. However, although the monument is normally open for surface activities year round, the visitor center, park store, and ranger-guided cave tours and operational hours vary from season to season. This means that the surface features and recreational areas are open year round, yet staffing levels and visitor services may be limited during the off-season.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Jewel Cave National Monument - Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoExplorers and Expeditions, Animals, Birds + 6 more
Weather Info
InfoWeather in the Black Hills varies significantly throughout the year and may be drastically different from the northern hills to the southern hills. The temperatures listed are for average lows to aver
Getting There
InfoBy car: Jewel Cave National Monument is located 13 miles west of Custer, South Dakota and 24 miles east of Newcastle, Wyoming on U.S. Highway 16. The monument is about 54 miles from Rapid City, South
Location
Info43.7310° N, -103.8300° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website