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Mount Rushmore
National Memorial |
Mount Rushmore is located in the scenic Black Hills of South Dakota |
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| Who doesn't want to see the magnificent Mount Rushmore National Memorial? The sheer immense undertaking of carving out the presidents in natural granite is awesome! Come and make this one of your stops in your outdoor adventure vacation as you travel around to the surrounding state and national parks, monuments and forests. Keep reading for further great Mount Rushmore National Memorial information.
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Uniqueness - The sheer size of the mountain carving on Mount Rushmore National Memorial evokes a sense of awe in those who view it. The four presidents carved in stone represent all Americans. They represent our c... (click here for more)
Facts - Mount Rushmore Information Center is open 7-days a week October 24th - April 30th-8:00 am - 5:00 pm; May 8th - August 31st-8:00 am - 10:00pm; and May 1st - 7th-8:00 am - 8:00pm. It is closed December ... (click here for more)
Environmental Impact - On a clear day at Mount Rushmore you can see over 40 miles out onto the plains and the air would smell fresh and clean. There are factors though that could change the view in the future. Natural event... (click here for more)
Be Equipped - Warm days and cool nights are common in the summer, but July and August are typically hot. Moderate temperatures usually prevail in the winter months with some below zero temperatures. Afternoon thund... (click here for more)
Wildlife Warnings - The wildlife at Mount Rushmore is wild so remember to keep a safe distance between you and the wildlife, no matter how friendly they seem to be. Never feed or harass the wildlife.... (click here for more)
Fees - The $8.00 parking fee is the only fee for the park. There are no other fees for use of facilities or special events. The parking fee is a special use fee and is valid for the entire calendar year in w... (click here for more)
Camping - There is no camping at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. There are several campgrounds in Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park nearby.... (click here for more)
Nearby Attractions - Badlands National Park is 85 miles away. Devils Tower National Monument is 130 miles away. Jewel Cave National Monument is 35 miles away. Wind Cave National Park is 40 miles away. Yellowstone National... (click here for more)
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