Pets

Pets are NOT permitted on any park trails or in park buildings.

They are allowed in Belle Fourche campground, the parking lot in front of the visitor center, and in the gravel lot adjacent to the ranger station. All pets must be under physical restraint, no more than 6 foot long leash, while in the park.

If you are traveling with your pet while visiting Devils Tower and you must leave it in your vehicle:

• try to park in the shade (the gravel parking lot has some spots with shade)
• provide proper ventilation
• provide adequate water
• check on it frequently

Where Can My Pet Go?

Pets are allowed:

• in parking areas and along roadways, including the Belle Fourche campground road and the road to Joyner Ridge trailhead

• in the picnic area near the campground

• in the Belle Fourche campground

All pets must be with their owners and on a secured leash no longer than six feet (1.8 m) and owners must pick up after their pet.

Please follow the rules of B.A.R.K!

Bag your pet's poop
Pet owners are responsible for removing pet waste from all areas in the park including campgrounds, picnic areas, parking lots, roads, pet-friendly trails, and other developed areas.

Always wear a leash
Pets must be restrained on a leash no longer than 6 feet.

Respect wildlife
Pets can harass or harm wildlife by making noise or scaring wildlife away.

Know where you can go
Pets are only allowed in the Belle Fourche Campground, the parking lot in front of the visitor center, and in the gravel lot adjacent to the ranger station

Service Animals

Service animals are permitted in facilities and on trails, and may accompany their owner to all park locations. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Service Animals are defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA.