Wind Cave
Wind Cave National Park preserves one of the world's longest and most complex caves, shaped by calcite formations and home to endangered species.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Midwest — Great Plains |
| Subregion | Great Plains |
| Country | United States |
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Custer County |
| District | Black Hills National Forest |
| City | Wind Cave Village |
| Postal Code | 57755 |
| Timezone | AmericaChicago |
| Latitude | 43.5808 |
| Longitude | -103.48 |
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1:59 PM LOCAL TIMEWind Cave National Park spans the southern Black Hills of South Dakota and is celebrated for its geologically active Wind Cave, where calcite boxwork and speleothems create intricate overlays across its passageways. Above ground, the park offers temperate forest habitats and is a sanctuary for species like elk, bison, and the elusive tiger salamander. Visitors can explore wet and dry caves, hike forest trails, and learn about native history at visitor centers. The cave is notable for its disproportionately large passage size relative to nearby caves and the rare presence of cave fish and bats, requiring seasonal closures and permits for certain activities.
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