Climbers need to keep an eye on the sky and get down quickly from highpoints if threatened by a thundershower. Devils Tower has a voluntary climbing restriction during June. Because the solstice varies year to year, the land managers simplified the voluntary closure for the entire month of June rather than try to set out new solstice dates each year. Native Americans like to enjoy the Tower in silence particularly during the week of the summer solstice. If you must climb then, please be very respectful and very quiet.
Summer is in full swing and the area is lush.
On hot days simply go around to the north sides of the rock formations and climb in the shade. This is also the time of year when the occasional thunderstorm can be fast moving and intense. You may even need a insulating layer in the Cathedral Spires if climbing in the shade. Photo by client. A bit shorter days but quality dry weather.