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Keystone, S.D.
Keystone is home to Mount Rushmore National Memorial, and there are plenty of other activities in the area.
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Keystone, S.D. Details
Keystone is home to one of the most famous landmarks in the country: Mount Rushmore National Memorial. But there are plenty of other activities to do in the area, like taking a guided horseback trip, riding the alpine coaster or scenic chairlift at Rushmore Tramway Adventures, visit an internationally renowned rare-reptiles collection at the Reptile Gardens, and much more. Lodging options range from economical hotels and motels to more luxurious cabin rentals and resorts. Visit one of the region's two wineries, or grab a meal at the Red Garter Saloon, the Carver's Cafe, Holy Terror Coffee Company, or another local restaurant. The town of Keystone began as a mining town in the late 1870s, during the Black Hills gold rush. Before long, companies were also mining mica, tin, quartz, and other minerals. After the Mount Rushmore sculptures were completed in 1941, tourism quickly became the center of the town's economy.
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0.8 mi away
Iron Mountain Road
Though it's just 17 miles long, Iron Mountain Road stretches from Keystone past Mount Rushmore and to Custer State Park.
0.8 mi away
Grizzly Bear Campground
This is one of the closest campgrounds to Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
1.1 mi away
Iron Mountain Road
This 17-mile stretch of the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway runs between Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Custer State Park.
1.3 mi away
Rushmore Tramway
Rushmore Tramway Adventures adds some thrills to the Mount Rushmore experience.
1.8 mi away
Sculptor's Studio
Inside the Sculptor's Studio visitors will find Gutzon Borgum's 1/12 scale model of Mount Rushmore.
