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About Wind Cave National Park
Did you know that underneath the rolling grasslands and plains of South Dakota, with roaming bison and elk, lies one of the LONGEST and most complex caves in the world?
Welcome to Wind Cave National Park!
Wind Cave was named for barometric winds that can be found at it's entrance, and is actually a maze of passages how to box work - a unique formation which isn't really found anywhere else in the world. Now THAT is impressive!
The Visitor Center is a great place to start your experience. There are three exhibit rooms, which feature information about the cave exploration, the formations, and the early cave history. There is also an 18 minute movie that is shown throughout the day which gives you a great insight into what you are about to witness!
To explore the caves themselves, you need to take a cave tour, which are offered daily. The caves are always 53 degrees, so make sure you take a jacket!
It's amazing to see how the Wind Cave National Park is really two different worlds. One is deep under your feet within the earth, and the other is 30 miles of hiking trails, nature trails, and exploration of those amazing prairies.
Wind Cave National Park is also perfect for horse-riding and back-country camping!
Wildlife is abundant in the area, and great for wildlife spotting. You can see bison, pronghorn, prairie dogs and a host of different birds.
An amazing adventure above AND below ground in South Dakota!
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Suggest editAdults Tours from $10
Children Tours from $5 (ages 6 to 16)
Free Under 5 years
Last Update 2022
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The environmental education programs at Wind Cave National Park help students discover relationships between the mixed grass prairie, the ponderosa pine forest, water, the cave, the plants and animals that live in these environments and themselves.
I’m Hungry! Can I get food at Wind Cave National Park?
There aren't any lodging or restaurants in the park, so bring some food to enjoy your own picnic!
Any top tips when visiting?
A jacket and sweater are a good idea for the caves, and make sure you have great walking shoes!
Does Wind Cave National Park have a gift shop?
The Visitor Center has books, maps and other items you can take home!
Teachers corner
They have junior ranger programs, as well as on-line educational fun.
Is Wind Cave National Park fully accessible?
There are tours just for those with special needs, at a discounted rate.
Any additonal information?
There are no fees for those wanting to hike or drive through the park
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