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Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Mount Rushmore is a must-see for history buffs, families, and visitors experiencing South Dakota for the first time.
Combine your visit with stops at Crazy Horse Memorial and Custer State Park on a tour.
Much of the memorial is wheelchair accessible, including the Lincoln Borglum Visitor Center and the Presidential Trail.
Don’t forget to bring water, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat.
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There are plenty of ways to experience Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:
There’s no entrance fee to visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial, but there is a parking fee—for most visitors, it’s US$10 per vehicle. There are plenty of budget-friendly tours that can add to the experience, too. Self-guided options start at US$20, with guided options available from around US$135.
Yes, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is worth visiting. Its larger-than-life sculptures are among the most iconic sites in the US, with great views and a visitors center. Many travelers find that joining a tour can enhance the experience, offering extra insights and taking the stress out of logistics like driving and parking.
Per one customer who booked the Premiere Private Black Hills Tour: Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse & Custer State Park, "We took a full day private tour for Mount Rushmore and Black Hills including Crazy Horse Memorial and Custer State Park. Our guide, Jennifer, arrived on time and immediately began giving an overview of our tour. She was extremely knowledgeable of the Black Hills and beyond, answering questions without hesitation. Jennifer took great effort to locate where the bison were grazing when they were not in their usual area. She assisted in taking photos with our cameras as well as providing her own binoculars to view mountain scenic views of Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse. After our tour, Jennifer shared tips and suggested areas to visit on the remaining days of our visit. It was really a pleasure to have Jennifer as our guide."
The best times to visit Mount Rushmore are early morning, ideally before 8am, or late evening when the mountain is illuminated. (It’s typically lit until 11pm in summer and 9pm the rest of the year.) The crowds will be considerably smaller than at midday, and the light will be fantastic.
No, there is no entrance fee to visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial. However, there is a parking fee per vehicle—once paid, you can park on-site for one year. Discounts are available for seniors (62 and older), and active-duty military personnel can park for free.
Most visitors take a self-guided tour of Mount Rushmore along the .6-mile (1 kilometer) Presidential Trail. Other activities include exploring the Sculptor’s Studio, which details the monument’s carving; attending special programs, like the evening lighting ceremony; and visiting Carvers’ Café to sample ice cream made from Thomas Jefferson’s family recipe.
Mount Rushmore is wildly popular and has a lot of amenities, including a restaurant (with a smorgasbord of dining choices and fabulous views), visitor center, museum, bookstore, gift shop, restrooms, parking, accessible trails, and information desks. Some amenities close before the memorial itself, so check the park’s website before visiting.
Plan to spend at least 2–3 hours at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. You need enough time to walk the Presidential Trail, explore the visitor center and museum exhibits, grab a bite at the café, and take in the views. To attend the evening lighting ceremony, time your visit for evening.
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