Caves in South Dakota

The third-longest cave in the world features a variety of cave tours below the surface and a 1,279-acre park with nature trails above ground. With a name derived from the crystals that line its walls, Jewel Cave is even more significant as one of the longest caves in the world, with more than 208 miles of mapped and surveyed passages. Located near Custer in the southern Black Hills, this national monument also features three self-guided above-ground trails: the Roof Trail, the Canyons Trail and the Hell Canyon Trail. Plus, there is a visitor center with an information desk, park store, exhibits, a theater, information about the Junior Ranger program and more.

The cave was discovered in 1929 by two loggers and the first commercial tours started in 1930. Over the years, extensive exploration and development has opened more than two dozen rooms that are featured in the cave. Formations include stalactites, stalagmites, dogtooth spar, popcorn crystals, boxwork crystals and flowstone. Located south of Deadwood, Wonderland Cave is open seasonally, May through October. Find more information on our website and Facebook page.

Have historical fun in caverns discovered in 1882 by gold miners. Discover a glittering underground world where nature has sculpted fantastic formations in a beautiful Black Hills scenic setting. We are located just southwest of Rapid City on the edge of the Black Hills National Forest. During season, we are open daily, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with tours starting every hour.

Rush Mountain Adventure Park & Rushmore Cave offers family adventure with seven thrilling attractions in one location. Tour scenic Rushmore Cave, cruise down the mountain on the Rushmore Mountain Coaster, experience the Soaring Eagle Zipride, test your aim at the Gunslinger 7-D Ride, sift through dirt and sand in Gemstone Mining, and find your inner daredevil at the Wingwalker Challenge Course + Sky Tykes. You will find fun on all levels at Rush Mountain Adventure Park! We are located five miles east of Keystone and are open May-October (see website for current hours and special hours in March and April).

The first cave to be designated a national park, Wind Cave features the world's largest concentration of rare boxwork formations below ground and a 33,970-acre wildlife sanctuary on the surface. The cave is one of the longest and most complex caves in the world. Located in the southern Black Hills near Hot Springs, the park is home to bison, elk, and other wildlife that roam the rolling prairie grasslands and forested hillsides. Activities include hiking, bird watching, wildlife viewing, backcountry camping, Junior Ranger programs, and cave tours. Tour tickets may be purchased online in advance.