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Wind Cave National Park Prepares for Prescribed Fire

March 24, 2025 · Source: National Park Service

Map of Wind Cave National Park with a green background showing area of the proposed fire outlined in red. — Image supplied by the National Park Service. View the original image and credit

Planning is underway to burn 1,094 acres of land east of the park’s headquarters this April. Timing for the fire will depend on fuel moisture, weather forecasts, and crew availability.

Read the official NPS source

What Travelers Need to Know

Review the park’s current conditions before departure and again on arrival. Follow posted restrictions and adjust your itinerary to the affected areas.

Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.

Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.

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