Learn About the Park

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News

Read the most recent and archived releases.

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Photos and Multimedia

View modern and historic images of Mount Rushmore and it's surroundings, access a virtual tour or view a current webcam.

Black and white photograph of Gutzon Borglum
History and Culture

Explore some of Mount Rushmore's stories and the people that made the memorial possible.

Old growth ponderosa pine trees near Mount Rushmore.
Nature

Learn more about the natural features found here.

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Education

Download lesson plans, bring a park ranger to your classroom or schedule a field trip.

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Kids and Youth

Find activities for younger visitors and information about the Junior Ranger program.

Wildland firefighters creating a fire line at Mount Rushmore.
Management

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Bookstore

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Last updated: May 23, 2022

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

13000 Highway 244
Building 31, Suite 1

Keystone, SD 57751

Phone:

605 574-2523
Park information. Phones are answered from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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