Devil's Tower - Deadwood - Spearfish Canyon Waterfalls + Picnic
*Devils Tower National Monument ~ The First National Monument. Historically, many tribes of the Great Plains and Black Hills regions had connections with the area around Devils Tower. Stories and histories shared by tribal members indicate that the Tower was a sacred site - a place for winter camps, vision quests, and summer ceremonies.
Besides touring the famous Wyoming monument . . . you will tour two other major attractions. After touring the monument, walking the trails (optional) and enjoying a picnic lunch we travel to . . .
*Spearfish Canyon - Older than the Grand Canyon and is rated one of the best scenic byways in the US. Four ecosystems meet here (very rare) with a beautiful stream and waterfalls. We stops for photos and restroom breaks.
*Deadwood - Famous for its gold and gunfights. We visit Mt Moriah Cermetery, #10 Saloon, Old Main Street.
There are lots of photo ops and restroom breaks throughout the day. Tour includes: picnic lunch, fees, bottled water & snacks.
Options
Devil Tower/Deadwood/Spearfish
Pickup included
What's included in Devil's Tower - Deadwood - Spearfish Canyon Waterfalls + Picnic
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Devils Tower National Monument
Devils Tower sits across the state line in northeast Wyoming. The Tower is a solitary, stump-shaped granite formation that looms 1,267 feet above the tree-lined Belle Fourche River Valley. Once hidden below the earth’s surface, erosion has stripped away the softer rock layers revealing the Tower. The two-square-mile park surrounding the tower was proclaimed the nation’s first national monument by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1906. The park is covered with pine forests, woodlands, and grasslands. While visiting the park you are bound to see deer, prairie dogs, and other wildlife. The mountain’s markings are the basis for Native American legend. One legend has it that a giant bear clawed the grooves into the mountainside while chasing several young Indian maidens. Known by several northern plains tribes as Bears Lodge, it is a sacred site of worship for many American Indians. Devils Tower is also remembered as the movie location for “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.”
Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway
Spearfish Canyon offers a trip through the culture, nature and history of the Black Hills. Abundant wildlife watching opportunities are found throughout the canyon. One of the best scenic byways in America. Older than the Grand Canyon it offers three waterfalls, 1,000 foot limestone/sandstone cliffs, four ecosystems and a flowing mountain stream. We stop at Roughlock Falls to walk the short trails and view the cascading falls. Great photo ops.
Deadwood
Original Old West History . . . 1876 Gold Rush . . . and final resting place of infamous Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane in Mt Moriah Cemetery. (tour stop) Today Deadwood looks much like it did in the 1880's. Cobblestone streets, brick and stone gambling casinos. You will have time to explore on your own many of the famous Saloons and closed 'Hospitality' houses' on Main Street.
Inclusions
- Crackers/Chips/Cookies
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- National Park fees
- Picnic lunch with choice of subs or salads (you may bring your own lunch & beverage).
- Gratuities
- Service animals allowed
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Meeting / End Points
- Meet in parking lot.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. Minimum drinking age is 21 years
