MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL Known as “America’s Shrine of Democracy,” the 60-foot (18 m) tall faces of four great American Presidents is a tribute to the creation, expansion, preservation and development of the nation. Explore the monument in the Black Hills and visit the museum and Sculptor’s Studio to learn about the achievements and moments in history made by these four men. Explore the Presidential Trail and take in the popular evening lighting ceremony. Mount Rushmore National Memorial NEARBY CITIES Keystone, Hill City and Rapid City BADLANDS NATIONAL PARK With its lunar-like landscape and 244,000 acres (97,600 ha) of ragged ridgelines and sawtooth spires, this fossil-rich preserve is a world away from your regular day. Bison, bighorn sheep, pronghorn and prairie dogs inhabit the landscape, while clean air and remoteness make this a popular place for stargazing. The park’s beauty is accessible along the popular scenic drive, Badlands Loop Road, Hwy 240. NEARBY CITIES Wall and Kadoka Devils Tower National Monument DEVILS TOWER NATIONAL MONUMENT Just across the border in Wyoming, the striking beauty and sacred history of America’s fi rst national monument draws thousands of visitors for horseback riding, exploration, and rock-climbing adventures that stretch 1,267 feet (386 m) high above the surrounding plains. Visit the Devils Tower Visitor Center to learn about the legacy of the monument and why it remains sacred to the indigenous people. NEARBY CITIES Spearfi sh and Belle Fourche Badlands National Park TravelSouthDakota.com 9
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