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Mount Rushmore National Memorial


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 9 attractions in Keystone
Traveler Description:
Sculptor Gutzon Borglum created this famous mountainside carving of the visages of four great American presidents: George Washington, Thomas...... more » Sculptor Gutzon Borglum created this famous mountainside carving of the visages of four great American presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt. « less
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Attraction type: Monument, National park
Activities: Hiking, Horseback riding
Address: Keystone, SD

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5 of 5 stars
boxerjake   42 contributions
Freeburg, Illinois
Nov 10, 2009

Visisted July 20, 2009, with husband and kids (17 & 12). You just can't believe how large this is until you are actually there. The line to get in to park was a little ong but moved quickly. It is definately worth the $10 to park so that you can take the trail that leads right up under the monument.... more

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5 of 5 stars
travellizard_7   1 contribution
texas
Nov 1, 2009

We visited South Dakota in June 2009. We planned the trip so we could not only see Mt. Rushmore but participate in the walk at Crazy Horse and see Devil's Tower in Wyoming. We flew from Houston to Dever and then to Rapid City. We rented a SUV at the airport and began our adventure. We had reservations along the... more

A Must See
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4 of 5 stars
TennesseeChip71   93 contributions
Tennessee
Oct 28, 2009

The facilities are very well kept and everything is clean. It's quite a majestic site. There is a cafeteria style restaurant with a good selection of fresh food and designer coffees. There's an ice cream and fudge shop as well as a gift shop with more than ample selections and variety. Mount Rushmore can easily be combined with a visit... more

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2 of 5 stars
cavecritter   32 contributions
seguin, texas
Oct 26, 2009

I envy people who got to see Mount Rushmore before the construction of the new visitor center. The memorial itself compliments the natural landscape surrounding it, as does the original Frank Lloyd Wright visitors' center. Now half the mountain is defaced by a gray granite monstrosity (gift shop, restaurant, ice cream shop, t-shirt shop, parking garage, etc.) and amphitheater that... more

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4 of 5 stars
UltraC97   2 contributions
New York, NY
Oct 14, 2009

We were on a cross country road trip this summer and one of our must stops was Mount Rushmore and it was well worth it. I didn't really have any expectations... I thought we would just stop by the side of the road and stare at it. But they actually have a very nice memorial and museum built there that... more

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5 of 5 stars
PhilWChicago   4 contributions
Chicago
Oct 13, 2009

I have wanted to see Mt. Rushmore in person for as long as I could remember. My wife and I spent 3 days in Keystone which is a perfect starting point to take in all the area sites. Mt Rushmore, Needles and Iron Mountain highways and Custer State park. You will never forget the 1st time you see Mt. Rushmore.... more

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4 of 5 stars
Mel4Idaho   1 contribution
Idaho
Oct 12, 2009

We had such a great trip to Mount Rushmore. If you get the chance, go to the night program. The program was fantastic and the kids loved seeing them light Mount Rushmore. The hikes up the base of the mountain was so much fun for the kids. We loved Keystone. We spent three days in the area and Keystone was... more

Awesome
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5 of 5 stars
granny6Texas   3 contributions
texas
Oct 10, 2009

Mount Rushmore a place we always wanted to visit. It lived up to our expectations. Beautiful, patriotic, and inspiring. Liked the view the best, we were not disapointed with anything. I would like to take our grandchildren back one day, a great educational opportunity. Your camera is a must, tripod for night views, walking shoes, a jacket for the night... more

A Must See
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5 of 5 stars
TheNarrowRoad   20 contributions
Oct 9, 2009

Mount Rushmore is a must see. Photographs simply are not a substitute for experiencing the size and beauty of the monument. The entire complex is very nice from the walkway up to the monument with all 50 state flags, the amphitheater, the museum, and the walkways to get right under the presidents. more

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5 of 5 stars
MidwestHskrgrl   2 contributions
Midwest
Oct 9, 2009

I haven't been to Mount Rushmore for the past 20 years and didn't know what to expect--I certainly didn't go with high expectations. From the minute we pulled into the park admissions area I was impressed. Only a $10 fee for parking, and that pass is valid the entire year! A great parking garage with ample parking left us knowing... more

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