Mount Rushmore

Mount Rushmore is a major Black Hills attraction. It is impressive and a moving experience. 

Upon arrival one is greeted by the memorial framed by the Avenue of Flags.

56 flags represent the 50 states, one district, three territories, and two commonwealths of the United States of America.


The Avenue of Flags was initially established as part of the celebration of America’s Bicentennial at the request of a visitor. 

We visited during the evening hours. The Mount Rushmore KOA campground offered a bus to and from Rushmore for a cost of $7 per person. Considering that we did not need to drive, fight traffic or find a parking spot, it was a good deal.

The ever changing light was responsible for the changing appearance of the memorial.

The Visitor Center had a great movie, and after, we headed out to the amphitheater for the lighting ceremony.

Unfortunately I could not capture the lit memorial with the camera. Not enough light and to far away.

Mount Rushmore will be dwarfed by Crazy Horse Memorial when it is completed. Each face at Rushmore is 60' high, and the head of Crazy Horse is said to be 200' high,

At the close of the lighting ceremony, the Ranger invited all military personnel, both active and retired, to join him on stage for the lowering of the flag. A fitting tribute to those who serve and have served, and given so much for their country.

God Bless America!