The 1880 Train
This scenic railroad makes a 20-mile round trip from Hill City to Keystone and back.
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The 1880 Train Details
Slow down and enjoy the ride when you board the [1880 Train](https://www.1880train.com), which makes a 20-mile round trip from Hill City to Keystone and back. During your two-hour aboard the steam train narration compliments the passing scenery, providing history about the area as well as pointing out natural wonders along the route framed by the train cars' large windows, which can open and let in a cool breeze, weather permitting.
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0.1 mi away
Hill City, S.D.
Hill City is known as the geological and archaeological center of the Black Hills.
0.7 mi away
Hill City, S.D.
Just about 20 minutes northwest of Mount Rushmore is Hill City, S.D., a quaint town found in South Dakota's Black Hills.
2.9 mi away
State Road 244
State Road 244 is the only road that leads right to the entrance of Mount Rushmore.
3.3 mi away
Keystone, S.D.
Of all the towns nearby Mount Rushmore, Keystone is the closest.
3.3 mi away
Harney Peak North Trail
This is the harder and less-traveled route up Harney Peak.
