0-30 MinutesPark entry fees are required.
Hike Valley View Trail
Devils Tower National Monument
Take a stroll through the prairie dog town with scenic views of the Belle Fourche River and Devils Tower. Valley View Trail is relatively level and short, perfect for kids or a quick leg stretch. Valley View Trail can also be used to connect the campground or picnic area to other parts of the park.
Valley View Trail is perfect for young hikers or a quick leg stretch. This 0.6 mile (1 km), one-way, trail starts at the park amphitheater (Belle Fourche River hub) and swerves right to wind through prairie dog town and past the Belle Fourche River. The trail crosses the park road near the Belle Fourche River bridge and ascends to junction with Red Beds Trail. Red Beds Trail also connects with South Side Trail, Joyner Ridge Trail, and the visitor center and Tower Trail. Hikers young and old will enjoy exploring the bustling town of prairie dogs. Scenic views of cottonwoods, the Belle Fourche River, and Devils Tower are a bonus. Some prairie dog burrows are close to the trail, so watch your step! Do not approach, touch, or feed prairie dogs or their burrows. Common Trail Combinations: Amphitheater Circuit (Valley View to Red Beds to South Side trails): 1.5-mile loop Valley View to Red Beds Loop: 4 mile hike using Valley View Trail to access Red Beds loop and return to amphitheater
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Front-Country HikingAnimalsPrairiesRiver and RiparianScenic ViewsTrailshikingtrailsDevils Tower National MonumentDevils Tower hikingDevils Towerprairie dogvalley view trailbelle fourche river hub
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Duration
0-30 Minutes
Duration Details
Combining other trails with Valley View Trail can take your hike from a brief stroll to a few hours.
Fees
Park entry fees are required.
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility
Valley View trail is not accessible by ADA standards. The trail is wide enough for one person and is not wheelchair or assistive device accessible. The trail ascends after the road crossing to reach Red Beds Trail. During summer, most of this trail is in direct sunlight. The trail is mostly packed dirt, with sections of loose rock and dirt.
Pets
No — Pets are not allowed on any hiking trail in the park.
Reservations
No
Age Info
All ages, but small children should be with guardians.
Location
Belle Fourche River hub