Wind Cave National Park Bison South Dakota

A bison grazes in Wind Cave National Park. Wind Cave National Park, located in South Dakota, was established in 1903 as the first cave to be designated a national park and is known for its intricate boxwork cave formations and diverse prairie ecosystems. Key sights include the guided tours of Wind Cave itself, showcasing its unique calcite formations, and the park’s scenic above-ground trails that meander through rolling grasslands and ponderosa pine forests. Visitors can also enjoy wildlife viewing opportunities, with bison, elk, and prairie dogs frequently seen in the park’s expansive prairie landscape.