BLACK HILLS & BADLANDS REGION Keystone Listings Continued ATTRACTIONS Find us on Facebook /blackhills ROOSEVELT INN MT RUSHMORE LODGE AT PALMER GULCH 605-666-4599 206 Cemetery Rd, Keystone rooseveltinnkeystone.com Enjoy your stay in our family operated hotel with European flair. We have sparkling clean guest rooms, many with private balconies. All rooms have private bath, satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, coffee, microwave & fridge. Free breakfast, seasonal pool, game room, laundry & elevator. We look forward to meeting you! BIG THUNDER GOLD MINE 605-666-4847 604 Blair St, Keystone bigthundermine.com 605-574-2525 or 800-562-8503 palmergulch.com Open May 1 st to early October. In the heart of the Black Hills, 6 mi W of Mt Rushmore on scenic Hwy 244. 61 lodge rooms & suites, rustic cabins & luxury executive lodges with outstanding views of Black Elk Peak. Group facilities, horseback riding, chuckwagon dinners, 2 pools, spas, splash park, jumping pillow, mini-golf, daily activities, camping & on-site restaurant. Shuttles to Mt Rushmore lighting ceremony Memorial Day to Labor Day. Enjoy Mt Rushmore Rodeo; June 7, 13, 20, July 26, Aug 15, 2026. See our display ad on page 98. HOLY TERROR MINI-GOLF 605-666-5170 609 Hwy 16A, Keystone holyterrorminigolf.com Tour an authentic 1890s gold mine—go underground, hear fascinating stories, & learn how mining worked back in the day! Pan for gold on-site or at a claim near Battle Creek. Explore the museum, gift shop, restaurant, & grab a drink at the drive-up coffee cabin. Open year-round; November–March by appointment. See our display ad on page 96. Putt your way along a beautiful pine mountainside at Keystone's only 18-hole mini-golf course. Our mining-themed course features a gurgling mining sluice, water wheel, waterfalls & a peaceful river... but watch out! This challenging & fun golfing adventure will have you & yours laughing & screaming "Mulligans!" RUSHMORE EXPRESS & FAMILY SUITES Find us on YouTube /blackhillstravel KEYSTONE HISTORICAL MUSEUM 605-666-4494 410 3 rd St, Keystone keystonehistory.org Find us on Instagram /blackhillsbadlands Tag us or #DiscoverBlackHillsBadlands to be featured 605-666-4483 320 Cemetery Rd, Keystone rushmoreexpress.com A great place to base your vacation! Minutes from Mt Rushmore. Affordable, large family suites and standard rooms. Free continental breakfast, Wi-Fi, laundry, pillow top beds, indoor pool, hot tub, meeting rooms, and fitness center. Walking distance to dining & attractions. See our display ad on page 96. BLACK HILLS HELICOPTERS 605-255-4354 (HELI) 24035 Hwy 16A, Keystone blackhillshelicopters.com Located in Old Keystone atop a hill, you’ll find an old schoolhouse listed on the National Register of Historic Places & home to collections of iconic characters & thrilling stories of Keystone’s past. Especially included is the Carrie Ingalls Swanzey collection. Free attraction but donations are encouraged & appreciated! POWDER HOUSE LODGE 800-321-0692 24125 Hwy 16A, Keystone powderhouselodge.com Modern cabins & motel rooms. Located only 4 miles from Mt Rushmore. New cabin, fully furnished, 2-story w/ full kitchen. Sleeps 13. Great for groups. Centrally located to major attractions. Outdoor heated pool. Playground. Restaurant on-site is nationally known for its food and service. SPOKANE CREEK RESORT CABINS & CAMPGROUND This veteran-owned & operated business, provides captivating helicopter tours over the unique terrain of the Black Hills. Feel the thrill of flight & explore the region’s wonders with our experienced pilots who offer rich historical & geological insights. Our well-maintained helicopters ensure a safe & unforgettable journey. MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL 605-666-4609 24631 Iron Mountain Rd, Keystone spokanecreek.com Spokane Creek Resort Cabins & Campground offers a serene getaway, nestled in nature. Guests can enjoy cozy cabins, a delightful café & coffee shop. While fishing, swimming, playing putt-putt golf, hiking or a number of other activities, cherished memories are sure to be made. Call today to reserve your experience. BLACK HILLS WILDERNESS EDGE ADVENTURES 605-391-6551 blackhillswildernessedge.com Don’t just see the Black Hills, experience it. Black Hills Wilderness Edge Adventures gives you the opportunity to explore the Black Hills off-the-beaten-path with UTV rentals. Located at American Pines Cabins, near Mt Rushmore, close to the trail system & scenic drives. 2, 4 & 6-seat UTVs available for half-day or full-day rentals. 605-574-2523 13000 Hwy 244, Bldg 31, Ste 1 2 mi W of Keystone 23 mi S of Rapid City on Hwy 224 nps.gov/moru The massive sculpture of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln & Theodore Roosevelt in granite represents the birth, growth, development and preservation of the nation. Mount Rushmore Bookstores, Mount Rushmore Self-Guided Tour, Gift Shop & Carvers’ Marketplace are open year-round (except Dec. 25). $10 parking fee applies. Find us on Facebook /blackhills 146 // #DiscoverBlackHillsBadlands
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