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Jewel Cave National Monument

South Dakota
A world beneath the Black Hills
Scenic header: The target room inside Jewel Cave. · NPS Staff Photo · Photo credits
A GOOD REASON TO GO

A world beneath the Black Hills

Guided cave tours reveal sparkling mineral formations and the scale of an extraordinary underground system. Above ground, forest trails offer a different Black Hills experience.

What to explore

  • Guided cave tour
  • Visitor-center exhibits
  • Surface nature trails

Before you go

Reserve the appropriate tour and check its stairs, walking demands and current availability. The cave cannot be explored independently.

Allow time for the approach, interpretation and breaks. Check the specific facilities and walking surfaces your guests need.

Current access, reservations, fees and operating arrangements should be checked with the official operator or managing agency. Photographs can show earlier conditions.