Devils Tower

Regulations on 30 October 2026

Signs at the site and later resolutions prevail; check the source.

• Voluntary closure

  Climbing · 1 Jun to 30 Jun

  Not in force on 30 October 2026

  J F M A M J J A S O N D

  June Voluntary Climbing Closure

  […]

  Throughout June, the park asks visitors to voluntarily refrain from climbing on the Tower or scrambling inside of the Tower Trail loop. Please consider the closure when planning a climbing trip to Devils Tower.

  Published by National Park Service · Climbing - Devils Tower National Monument

• Prohibited all year

  Climbing · All year

  In force on 30 October 2026

  J F M A M J J A S O N D
  • - The Old Stake Ladder Route on the Tower will be closed to climbing-related and any other non-governmental activity year-round.

  Sectors:

  • Old Stake Ladder Route

  Published by National Park Service, 6 Jan 2026 · Devils Tower National Monument Superintendent’s Compendium, January 2026

In Devils Tower National Monument

Regulated zone

Devils Tower National Monument

These hold everywhere inside the boundary, whether or not a site is marked.

• Regulated

  Climbing · All year

  In force on 30 October 2026

  J F M A M J J A S O N D
  • - Seasonal closures of portions of trails, approach routes, climbing routes, or other areas delineated by signs, may be placed in effect to protect sensitive breeding and nesting areas of raptors. Closures will be implemented and posted accordingly during the critical time periods concerning nesting, breeding, and related activity. These closures may begin as early as April 1st. The closure shall be lifted or extended as conditions dictate.

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  Rock Climbing

  (a)(5) The following rock climbing practices are prohibited at Devils Tower National Monument:

  • - The operation of a power drill or motorized equipment used to support the placement of new climbing aides or otherwise to directly support a climb.
  • - The gluing or chipping of rock, or the gluing, affixing, or placement of artificial hand holds on rock, or other damaging practices such as forcibly prying off rock or destroying vegetation to enhance a route.
  • - Leaving fixed ropes unattended on the Tower (in an emergency, fixed ropes will be removed within 24 hours, unless weather conditions are prohibitive).
  • - Installation of new bolts or fixed pitons on the Tower including the southwest shoulder area below the southwest buttress.

  Published by National Park Service, 6 Jan 2026 · Devils Tower National Monument Superintendent’s Compendium, January 2026

• Prior notice required

  Climbing · All year

  In force on 30 October 2026

  J F M A M J J A S O N D
  • - Register before your climb at the climbing kiosk located at the head for the Tower Trail (visitor center parking area). Complete the left side of the card and keep the right side to deposit after your climb. Registration is a legal requirement for all persons planning to climb or scramble above the boulder field. Failure to obtain a permit is subject to citation and fine.

  Published by National Park Service · Climbing - Devils Tower National Monument