Jewel Cave National Monument
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Cave Tour Reservations
Advance cave tour reservations up until October 31st are available. November reservations will become available on October 1st. Reservations are strongly recommended. Reservations full? Choose a day to come to the park early in the day to purchase a same day cave tour ticket.
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Appropriate Footwear Required for Cave Tours
Visitors are required to wear completely enclosed shoes if participating in a cave tour, like tennis shoes, sneakers or hiking boots. Any type of sandals or shoes with any openings are NOT acceptable.
Hours
Jewel Cave National Monument
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday – Saturday | 8:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Coming up:
- Nov 26: Holiday Closures - Thanksgiving Day (closed)
Jewel Cave National Monument is a day-use area and is available for outdoor recreation on a daily basis throughout the year. However, although the monument is normally open for surface activities year round, the visitor center, park store, and ranger-guided cave tours and operational hours vary from season to season. This means that the surface features and recreational areas are open year round, yet staffing levels and visitor services may be limited during the off-season.
Visitor centers
Jewel Cave National Monument - Visitor Center
Jewel Cave National Monument - Visitor Center
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday – Saturday | 8:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Coming up:
- Nov 26: Holiday Closures - Thanksgiving Day (closed)
The visitor center hours vary based on the season. Due to reduced staff, limited hours of operation are available in the off-season. Please call the Visitor Center at (605) 673-8300 with any questions.
Visitor center page on nps.gov: Jewel Cave National Monument - Visitor Center
About this park
Immerse yourself in one of the longest caves in the world. With over 220 miles of mapped and surveyed passages, this underground wilderness appeals to human curiosity. Its splendor is revealed through fragile formations and glimpses of brilliant color. Its maze of passages lures explorers, and its scientific wealth remains a mystery. This resource is truly a jewel in the National Park Service.