Description
Mount Rushmore features the 60-foot faces of four US Presidents—Washington, Jefferson, Roosevelt, and Lincoln—carved directly into the granite face of the mountain. It’s a feat of engineering and artistry that represents the birth, growth, development, and preservation of the United States.
Beyond the massive sculptures, the site offers a beautiful Presidential Trail that winds through the ponderosa pines, providing different perspectives of the monument. If you visit in the evening, the lighting ceremony is a patriotic and atmospheric way to wrap up the trip.
Highlights
- The Sculptor’s Studio, featuring the original 1:12 scale model of the mountain.
- The Avenue of Flags, representing all 50 states and territories.
- The evening illumination ceremony held in the outdoor amphitheater.
