Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Monument, Historic and Protected Site, and National Park
Keystone
"It's the best place to see our 4 most popular presidents :)"(11 Tips)
"Thomas Jefferson vanilla ice cream"(5 Tips)
"Mountain goats."(3 Tips)
"Worth the view of the video!"(17 Tips)
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HISTORYJune 20, 2012It took 14 years and a team of 400 sculptors, led by Gutzon Borglum, to complete this massive "Shrine of Democracy," dedicated in 1941.
Oyvind SolstadMarch 23, 2015I was expecting a much more noisy and commercial place. Instead it was well made, lots of information presented in a tasteful way. Clean and nice architecture. And proper quality in shops. Go there!
JessicaAugust 16, 2015Walk around the park! There's a trail that takes you closer to the monument, a must see! Also, if you drive on by car it's $11 for a year pass!
Mark BJune 12, 2017Must see. Beat the crowds by going early in the morning. Only a $10 parking fee for each car. Great vantage points from everywhere. President's trail is nice walk.
Meg FarmerDecember 24, 20141000% worth the trip. Stay in keystone so you can come back to watch the evening show and see the monument lit up.
Bob BakkenJuly 20, 2017Always one of the highlights of my trips to the Black Hills. Go in the morning for the best shots of the Presidents before the sun casts more shadows on the faces.- Rebecca MatousekAugust 12, 2013Worth the view of the video! But, if you have large hips/are heavy set don't expect to be comfy. Seats in theater are made for smaller people. Gorgeous!
- Tariq HossenbuxFebruary 15, 2015It's still really nice to see in winter and there are lots of things to do in the surrounding area. Plan to be around for a couple of days!
Kris CodlingSeptember 7, 2014Beside the monument itself and video historyn sure to check out both the gift shop and the book store! Also, tasty food in the Carver's Cafe
Marti KesslerMay 13, 2013The staff there is super friendly! I would recommend taking Needles Highway to and fro for a wonderful time.
Jimmy DMay 7, 2011If visiting South Dakota also don't miss the Badlands, Crazy Horse, Black Hills, Wall Drug, and watch a shoot out in Deadwood! Also try a Bison Burger.
Jake SmithAugust 10, 2016If available, try Thomas Jefferson's Vanilla Ice Cream, made from the third president's own recipe!
Nathan WrightAugust 23, 2014If you're only here for a quick photo and want to avoid the parades of tourists, there's a free parking pullout on the upward slope. It's very small and only fits 5-6 autos.
KieranApril 19, 2017When you go, make sure you visit the Presidential Museum in Keystone, and then go to the Ranger program at night,
Abby Anderson JonesJuly 3, 2016Rupiah have to pay for parking, so it encourages you to walk around the monument rather than just stop for a photo!
Anastasiya TaranenkoAugust 11, 2014Everything is great here. Both the monument and the park leave you speechless. Such a wonderful place to spend some good quality time.
Eric OAugust 24, 2013It's not a single attraction - there's lots to do and see! Plan on spending at least two or three hours exploring.
Mohan MaddiAugust 16, 2015Epic monument - beautiful details. Checkout the video show at night - its very nice.
Taylor RAugust 10, 2014The gift shop has amazingly cheesy stuff! :) Lots of interesting stuff to look at.
Sharon NJune 20, 2012I have been here an its an amazing place. The Presidents walk is wonderful an at night the Presidents memorial gets lit up with lights after an educating speach.
The Black Hills of South DakotaApril 6, 2011Take time to walk the Presidential Trail that will lead you to the base of the monument, directly below the four famous faces. And - keep your eyes open for sure-footed mountain goats!
@juliefogg FoggJuly 26, 2015You can take your dog up to where you can see the monument to take a pic but not into park.
MatthewJuly 21, 2013Purchased the $80 National Park Annual Pass at a different NP which says valid at any federal recreation site. Well guess what this federal recreation site is NOT included! $11 entrance fee!!
SummerDecember 20, 2012If you have been here once, do you need to go again? The way it has become so commercialized really takes away from the experience! Plan to spend a lot of money...
Paul NavarreAugust 27, 2014This is a must for everyone's bucket list. In my opinion, the night "light show" is NOT worth coming back to see.
Tim WachterSeptember 22, 2011For a more remote and much less crowded view of the monument, head out on Iron Mountain Road, about a mile up the hill from Wolf People Campgrounds.
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Rachel MercerJuly 4, 2011If visiting in the summertime start out with the hike around the mountain, then cool off in the museum and gift shops. Super informative and fun!
Ken CampJuly 29, 2017Definitely worth the trip. Getting there at sundown is great lighting for pictures
L CookJuly 17, 2014$11 fee for "parking" at the top. They accept credit cards. Parking Level 3 is easiest but not covered.
Dylan MontzMay 22, 2018Don’t waste your money on the viewing binoculars. They barely work. Also, go down the trail on the left, it’s very easy and you can get a closer view of the monument from below.
UPPAbabyAugust 2, 2011The presidents' noses are 20 feet long, each mouth is 18 feet wide, and each eye is 11 feet across. Only 17 miles away is the Crazy Horse memorial, which is the largest outdoor sculpture in the world.
drew tarvinJune 27, 2015You could spend 20 minutes here and feel like you've seen everything. It's a check-this-off-the-list type place.
Michelin LifestyleFebruary 24, 2011Rainy day spoiling your view? Make sure you have Michelin wiper blades to clear the way so you are able to take in the grandiose view of the Founding Fathers in all their glory.
Cristina BlocherSeptember 10, 2011Try the raspberry soft serve! If you have someone to share with try chocolate and raspberry. The combo is really yummy
AudiMarch 17, 2011The twisting, winding road up to the monument is a posted 25mph - and is strictly enforced - but ends with one of the country's greatest vistas.
ElizabethAugust 30, 2014Take the presidential trail down to the artists studio for amazing views and a separate national parks pass cancelation.
Chad CarrollMarch 25, 2016This was definitely a place that my kids that will always remember. Perfect piece of a perfect Spring Break vacation.
Waseem AhmedJuly 20, 2012I visited south Africa in sun city ! I saw there these type of art of elephant,monkey etc.on rocks !!! Really like this
Mark SibincicApril 21, 2013Stopped here on my road trip to Seattle. Wasn't happy about the park not being pet friendly. Made for a short visit since the dog had to wait in the car.
DK MomusMarch 16, 2014Contrary to what has been said credit cards ARE accepted. I used a Visa for park entrance and an Amex for Gift Shop (next to cafe) purchses.
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Mount Rushmore National Memorial
13000 SD Highway 244 (btwn Iron Mountain & Palmer Gulch Rd)
Keystone, SD 57751
United States
Keystone, SD 57751
United States
Mount Rushmore National Memorial is visited by nearly three million people each year that come to marvel at the majestic beauty of the Black Hills of South Dakota and learn about the birth, growth, development and preservation of the country.
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"Best views of the monument and great interpretive signs. Going into the rock is worth it - amazing shot of George from almost directly bellow"
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"The program at 8:00 is very well done. A Park Ranger gives a short talk. Then there is a movie (patriotic feel) ending with the National Anthem. Then all Veterans are invited to the stage."
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