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Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Keystone, SD
Ranked #1 of 8 attractions in Keystone
4.5 of 5 stars 541 Reviews
Type: Monuments/ Statues, National Parks
Activities: Hiking, Horseback riding
Owner description: Sculptor Gutzon Borglum created this famous mountainside carving of the visages of four great American presidents: George Washington, Thomas...... more » Owner description: 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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Salt Lake City, Utah
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87 reviews 87 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Mount Rushmore lives up to all expectations and more. Suggest an evening visit starting about 6:00 PM. Plan on staying for the patriotic presentation starting at 9:00 PM and the lighting of the mountain. This is followed by veterans being asked to come to the stage for the retrieval of the USA flag. A wonderful experience. More

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47 reviews 47 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

We loved our trip to Mount Rushmore. It is a beatiful memorial and we enjoyed the information on the construction process.. Worth the trip, you will not be disappointed! More

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Bridgewater NJ USA
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80 reviews 80 reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

This national monument just inspires awe! The memorial is just more than you can imagine until you see if in person. Take the presidential trail if you can to get even closer to the monument. Excellent Visitor's Center, nice little restaurant, and museum and movie. More

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Martin, South Dakota
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012 NEW

As a resident of South Dakota, I never get tired of seeing Mt. Rushmore during the various times of the year. It is beautiful every time I see it. The lights at night, the fireworks display, or the snow resting on heads of the four faces. The Park Service has done a great job in providing a great experience for... More

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Lincoln, United Kingdom
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012 NEW

We enjoyed our visit and the price of $11 for an annual pass is outstanding, (wish they took cards though) Having seen this image so many times it was a "Bucket List" item for us and it is impressive. Do see the Film first which gives all the background information. For Americans it is of great significance but truthfully we... More

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Lincoln, Nebraska
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012 NEW

Had not been there for over 30 years - its a spectacular work of art - you have a differnet appreciation as an adult. More

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La Crosse, Wisconsin
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012 NEW
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There's so much more here than just the 4 faces - the stories behind the carving, the reasons why the four presidents, the men behind the art work, etc. Great photos in the morning light. Have breakfast, walk the trails, be gone by 11 am to avoid the crowds. More

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Vienna
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60 reviews 60 reviews
Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012
3
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I love this place! I enjoyed every moment of it. I have read a lot of people asking the best time to visit Mt. Rushmore, but for an avid photographer, not only the best time of the year is important, the best time of the day is also very important, because "light" plays a very big role in photography. My... More

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Dallas, TX
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012
1
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Each person will get something personal and emotional about a visit. We got the see the first evening show of the year with patriotic music, a great patriotic movie and Mount Rushmore in lights. More

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Venice, CA
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113 reviews 113 reviews
Reviews in 49 cities Reviews in 49 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012
1
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I hadn't been there in over 30 years, and while the main attraction was the same, the facilities and presentation are considerably upgraded. More

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