Mount Rushmore National Memorial (U.S. National Park Service)

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National Park Service Organic Act

“…the fundamental purpose of said parks, monuments, and reservations, which purpose is to convey the scenery and the natural and historic objects and the wildlife therein and to provide for the enjoyment of the same in such a manner and by such means will leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations.” August 25, 1916

CELEBRATING FREEDOM AT MOUNT RUSHMORE

**Important Note to Scout Troops**

For the Evening Programs in 2012, Mount Rushmore will be inviting active military personnel and veterans from the audience to participate in the flag folding ceremony. Because of this change, Mount Rushmore will not be accepting applications for flag folding ceremonies from scout troops at this time.

The park will evaluate this change during the summer of 2012 and keep the scout community updated on any changes for future summers. We hope that you understand this change and the park's interest to focus on and celebrate the military personnel of our country.

CLASSES AND EVENTS AT THE MEMORIAL

Please see our Calendar of Events to learn more about the latest special events occurring at the memorial.

For Special Events:

To apply for a special event at the memorial, please click here or on the Quicklink above Special Use Permits.

PETS

SERVICE ANIMALS ARE ALLOWED

Pets (except service animals) are not permitted in any part of the memorial, except in the pet exercise areas located at each end of the main parking facility. Pets are not allowed past these points.

The park superintendent established this policy for the safety of park visitors and the cleanliness of the memorial. Visitors are encouraged to use area kennels or pet services found in local communities if they are planning a lengthy stay.

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Black Hills Pine Beetle Infestation

For decades, the Black Hills have been experiencing outbreaks of the mountain pine beetle which currently are killing large swaths of forests on private and public lands. The National Park Service has been working with Black Hills partners and developing strategies on how to slow the spread of the infestation by working with the USDA Forest Service, the South Dakota Department of Agriculture, and various local government agencies. more

Write to

Mount Rushmore National Memorial
13000 Hwy 244 Bldg 31 Suite 1
Keystone, SD 57751

E-mail Us

Phone

Visitor Information
(605) 574-2523

Cheryl Schreier,Superintendent
(605) 574-3131

Fax

(605) 574-2307

Climate

Weather in and around the Black Hills is highly variable and changes rapidly.

Summers are warm with high temperatures between 70-90 degrees Fahrenheit, lows between 50-60. During the spring and fall, temperatures range between 40-60 degrees during the day and between 20-40 over night. Winters are cold, with high temperatures between 20-30 and lows between 10-20.

Be prepared for temperatures that may be higher or lower than the averages listed above at any time of year.

A local weather forecast is available on the "Plan your Visit" page by clicking on the link to NOAA forecast located on the right side of the page.

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