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Things to do in Mount Rushmore

The National Park Service lists 4 things to do at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. 4 have no extra fee, 4 need no reservation, and 1 allow pets. Each listing links to the full NPS page. Data is from the NPS snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.

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Photo of the Blackberry Trailhead with information sign on the left and pine trees behind it.
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Hiking The Blackberry Trail

Looking to experience the natural surroundings of the Black Hills? Try hiking the Blackberry Trail.

30-60 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Hiking

Photo of exhibits inside the Lincoln Borglum Visitor Center showing tools and photos.
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Visit The Lincoln Borglum Visitor Center

View exhibits and the 23-minute film "Mount Rushmore: Carved in Stone" which takes viewers on a journey through the history of America's most recognized mountain carving, from long before its conception to the present day.

30-60 Minutes Year-round

Museum Exhibits

Photo of the beginning of the Presidential Trail leading towards the sculpture.
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Walk the Presidential Trail

The Presidential Trail provides changing views of Mount Rushmore as you travel through ponderosa pine forest and granite outcrops.

20-45 Minutes Spring, Summer, Fall

Hiking

Before you go

Check current alerts and closures, entrance fees and operating hours for Mount Rushmore. Programs and tours can change with the season or be cancelled on short notice — confirm on the NPS page before you plan around one.

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