Scenic stop · South Dakota
Mount Rushmore National Memorial
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Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, Roosevelt — 60 feet tall, blasted into a 1.6-billion-year-old granite cliff face from 1927 to 1941 by Gutzon Borglum and 400 workers. Free admission, $10 parking. The Lincoln Borglum Visitor Center has the history. The Presidential Trail is a half-mile loop that walks you under each of the four faces. Visit at dusk for the lighting ceremony (May–Sept). Just off US-16A in the Black Hills.
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Common questions about Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Where is Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
Mount Rushmore National Memorial is at 13000 SD-244, Keystone, SD 57751, South Dakota.
What are the hours at Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
Typical hours: Grounds 5am–11pm; visitor center 8am–9pm. Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.
What's Mount Rushmore National Memorial like to visit on a family road trip?
Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, Roosevelt — 60 feet tall, blasted into a 1.6-billion-year-old granite cliff face from 1927 to 1941 by Gutzon Borglum and 400 workers. Free admission, $10 parking. The Lincoln Borglum Visitor Center has the history. The Presidential Trail is a half-mile loop that walks you under each of the four faces. Visit at dusk for the lighting ceremony (May–Sept). Just off US-16A in the Black Hills.
Is Mount Rushmore National Memorial family-friendly?
Yes — Mount Rushmore National Memorial earns a 5/5 family-friendly rating in our database. Older kids tend to enjoy it; little ones may get restless.
How long should families plan to stay at Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
Most families spend an hour or two at Mount Rushmore National Memorial, depending on kid stamina and weather.
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