Watch for Wildlife at Prairie Dog Town

Spot prairie dogs, foxes, and deer, oh my! Take time to enjoy the WILDer side of Devils Tower. On your drive into or out of the park, stop at one of the three pullouts near the prairie dog town at Devils Tower. As you watch for wildlife, learn more about the main attraction at prairie dog town, the prairie dogs! These small rodents live in towns in burrows underneath the surface. Visit during spring, summer, and fall to have a better chance at seeing these fun animals before they head underground in the winter. Bring your binoculars and point them to the sky! You may find peregrine or prairie falcons, or even turkey vultures flying around. This area of the park is thriving with wildlife activity. Do not approach or feed wildlife in the park. Keep wildlife wild by observing from a distance, using a zoom lens for photographs, and disposing of trash properly.