A Junior Ranger program is available for ages 12 and under. See the Calendar Page for more information. The Visitor Center contains two exhibit rooms featuring cave exploration, cave formations, early cave history, the Civilian Conservation Corps, park wildlife, and Native American history in the Black Hills. For more information on the hours of operation, see the Calendar Page . Weather Spring and fall weather are the most variable with cool, damp days alternating with dry, warm ones.
Summers are generally sunny, hot, and dry.
Winters are generally mild with little snow, but occasional sub-zero temperatures can be expected. Dress appropriately for the season. Persons touring the cave should wear low-heeled walking shoes with nonskid soles and a lightweight jacket or sweater. See the Weather Page for current conditions, forecasts and other weather data.