Things to do in Mount Rushmore
Popular picks: Visit the Mount Rushmore Visitor Center · Attend the Evening Lighting Ceremony · Explore the Presidential Trail · Discover the Sculptor's Studio · Visit the nearby Crazy Horse Memorial · Hike the Black Hills trails · Enjoy scenic drives through Custer State Park · Take photographs from different viewpoints · Participate in ranger-led programs · Visit the Borglum Historical Center · Explore the surrounding town of Keystone · Enjoy local wildlife viewing · Shop for souvenirs at the park gift shop · Attend local festivals and events · Experience the local arts and crafts scene
Mount Rushmore$$4.9Experience America's monumental history carved into the majestic Black Hills
Black Hills National ForestFree4.8Discover rugged granite peaks, pine forests, and scenic drives in South Dakota.
Custer State ParkFree4.8Experience South Dakota's wilderness filled with bison herds and granite peaks.
Sylvan LakeFree4.8A picturesque Black Hills lake surrounded by dramatic granite rock formations.
Badlands National ParkFree4.7Explore dramatic rock formations and vast prairie landscapes in South Dakota
Bear Country USA$$4.7Experience a unique drive-through wildlife park featuring North American animals.
Fort Sisseton State Park$4.7Step back in time at this historic South Dakota prairie fort
Sica Hollow State ParkFree4.7Explore scenic wooded trails and natural beauty at Sica Hollow
The Outdoor CampusFree4.7Explore native South Dakota wildlife, scenic walking trails, and indoor exhibits.
Jewel Cave National Monument$4.5Discover the world's third longest cave system in South Dakota
Wind Cave National ParkFree4.5Explore subterranean cave formations and vast rolling prairie landscapes above ground.
Dinosaur ParkFree4.4Discover historic vintage cement dinosaurs offering scenic Black Hills views
Custer Wildlife Loop RoadFreeAn 18 mile scenic drive featuring abundant Black Hills wildlife
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