Mount Rushmore National Memorial
About
Massive mountainside sculpture drawing crowds for its depiction of 4 former American presidents.
Visitors rate it highly — 4.7 out of 5 across 59,533 Google reviews.
It keeps the same hours every day — 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot and metered street parking.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other national parks in Keystone.
What works
Consistently well reviewed
4.7 stars held across 59,533 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
59,533 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (5:00 AM – 11:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Worth knowing first
Popular enough to be busy
59,533 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.
The only one of its kind here
We list no other national parks in Keystone, so there is no fallback close by if it disappoints.
Planning a visit
General guidance for national parks, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Protected land at a scale that rewards a full day rather than a quick stop.
A good fit for travellers planning a day around one big landscape.
When to go
Arrive before mid-morning in peak season — visitor centres and the popular pullouts fill first. The gates are open 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
What to bring
- Entrance pass or payment
- Food and water for the day
- Offline maps
- Leash and waste bags
Hours
- Monday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Amenities
Common questions about Mount Rushmore National Memorial
What is Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
Massive mountainside sculpture drawing crowds for its depiction of 4 former American presidents. It is a national park in Keystone, SD, at Keystone.
What are the opening hours at Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
Mount Rushmore National Memorial is open 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM every day of the week.
Are dogs allowed at Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
Yes — Mount Rushmore National Memorial is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.
Is there parking at Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot and metered street parking.
Is Mount Rushmore National Memorial good for kids?
Yes — Mount Rushmore National Memorial is flagged as family-friendly.
How is Mount Rushmore National Memorial rated?
Mount Rushmore National Memorial holds 4.7 out of 5 stars from 59,533 Google reviews.