Accessibility TopicsWelcome!Welcome to Jewel Cave National Monument! We are working to enhance visitor experiences through fun and engaging interpretive programs and other recreational opportunities. Recreation and activities help can develop visitor’s social skills, physical and emotional health, independence and self-confidence, community integration, and sense of adventure. Our staff makes every effort to ensure that children, youth, and adults of all abilities are fully included in our recreation programs and all of our facilities. General InformationEntrance FeesThere are no entrance fees to explore the surface of Jewel Cave National Monument. The only fees are associated with cave tours. Information about cave tour fees can be found on our Fees and Passes webpage. Places to GoStaff and volunteers are available to assist you at an information desk. We have two areas of the park:
The Visitor Center and restrooms in this area are accessible to persons using wheelchairs.
This area has a pit toilet that is accessible to persons using wheelchairs. The Historic Cabin is accessed by a steep uphill gravel path from the parking area. For Your HealthTrail ConditionsTicks are very common on the trails at Jewel Cave National Monument. Please be sure to check yourself, everyone in your party, and any service animals that may accompany your group for ticks after a hike. Poison ivy is common along the edges of the trails, stay on the trail to reduce the chance of coming in contact with the irritating oils produced by this plant. WeatherThe weather can change very quickly in the Black Hills. Monitor the weather forecast before beginning any activities on the surface of the monument. In the summer, the average temperature is around 80°F; thunderstorms often occur during the afternoons. In the off-season, temperatures vary from sub-zero to moderate conditions; winter storms can occur at any time. Be advised that there are no shelters along the trails, and off-season trail conditions vary from day to day. Medical InformationCall 911 for emergency medical or police assistance or to report accidents or injuries. Contact UsIf you have further questions, contact the Visitor Center at 605-673-8300 or email jeca_information@nps.gov. |
Last updated: June 22, 2024