National Monument

4 photos · 2020

4 photographs tagged National Monument, 2020.

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Devil's Tower rises above grasslands and ponderosa pine forest under a starry sky in northeastern Wyoming.
Devil's Tower rises 867 feet above the surrounding grasslands of northeastern Wyoming, formed from an igneous intrusion that eroded into its columnar shape over millions of years. President Theodore Roosevelt designated it the first national monument in the United States in 1906. The Lakota, Cheyenne, and Kiowa hold the formation sacred and know it by names such as Bear Lodge, tied to origin stories about its fluted sides. Ponderosa pine forests and mixed-grass prairie surround the tower's base, habitat that supports deer, prairie dogs, and a range of raptors. Climbers have summited the rock since 1893, and it remains a popular technical climbing destination today.

Moonlit Prairie Grass Below Devils Tower

Belle Fourche River winds through grassland with red rock formations and pine forest near Devil's Tower, Wyoming.
The Belle Fourche River flows through a landscape of red rock formations and pine forests in eastern Wyoming, near Devil's Tower National Monument. This river is the longest "all-water" river in the United States, meaning it is a river that flows entirely within the U.S. and is not a tributary to any other river. The Belle Fourche River has historically been important for agriculture and ranching in the region, with irrigation projects utilizing its waters since the early 20th century. Today, the area surrounding the river, including the nearby national monument, is a popular destination for camping and outdoor activities.

Red Bluffs Reflected in the Belle Fourche River at Dusk

Black cow grazing beside Belle Fourche River with red rock formations of Devil's Tower National Monument behind.
A lone cow grazes near the Belle Fourche River, with the distinctive red rock formations of Devil's Tower National Monument in the background. The Belle Fourche River, the longest river in South Dakota, flows through Wyoming and is a vital water source for the region's agriculture and wildlife. Devil's Tower, a laccolithic butte composed of igneous rock, was designated the first national monument in the United States in 1906. Cattle ranching has been a significant part of the economic and cultural landscape of this area for over a century, with the river providing essential grazing land.

Grazing Cow Beside Red Rock Bluffs Near Devil’s Tower

White teepee tent at KOA campground with red rock formations of Devil's Tower National Monument in background, Wyoming.
A teepee tent is situated at the KOA campground near Devil's Tower National Monument in Wyoming. The teepee, a traditional dwelling of many Indigenous Plains tribes, is a modern accommodation offered at the campground. Devil's Tower, a prominent geological formation, was designated the United States' first national monument in 1906. The surrounding landscape features striking red rock formations and sparse vegetation, characteristic of the semi-arid climate of the region.

Painted Teepee Beneath Red Cliffs at Devils Tower KOA

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