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Evening Lighting CeremonyFrom May through September, an evening lighting ceremony takes place in the outdoor amphitheater prior to lighting the memorial for the night.
Scenic View, Mount Rushmore National Park
Explore Scenic View in Mount Rushmore National Park with grouped stops, trails, and related park places collected under the same planning theme.
Scenic View Stops and Trip Ideas
Use this Scenic View guide to compare the stops that belong together in Mount Rushmore National Park, then decide which ones deserve map time or a saved trip stop.
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Rushmore TramwayRushmore Tramway Adventures adds some thrills to the Mount Rushmore experience.
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Avenue of FlagsVisitors making their way to the prime viewing spot at Mount Rushmore - the Grand View Terrace - will walk along the Avenue of Flags.
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Grand View TerraceThough the terrace is on a single level, different areas provide varying perspectives of the monument.
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AmphitheaterThe outdoor amphitheater at Mount Rushmore is a terrific place to stop and take in the your surroundings.
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Borglum View TerraceThis open area on the east side of Mount Rushmore National Memorial is the site of sculptor Gutzon Borglum's original studio.
