BIG - Mt Rushmore/Crazy Horse/Custer State Park Discount Tickets

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Overview

This immersive Convertible-Top-Tour blends iconic American history with breathtaking Black Hills scenery. More than a simple drive, you will explore historic monuments, wind through scenic byways, and spot local wildlife, all while enjoying a delicious picnic lunch at serene Stockade Lake Mount Rushmore - Your guide leads you through the monument sharing its unique history. There's time to walk the Presidential Trail, and visit the museum, the gift shop and movie. Next, we drive Iron Mtn Road with unique wooden pigtail bridges and one-way granite tunnels. At Custer State Park, we visit historic buildings and drive the Wildlife Loop Road with bison, burros, deer. Top opens/closes for your comfort and best viewing. Needles Highway, we climb high into the granite peaks with stops at Cathedral Spires, Needles Eye Tunnel and Sylvan Lake. At Crazy Horse: view 14,000 pieces of native American artwork, tour the building, watch a movie about history of the carving and visit the gift shop.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Keystone Senior Center 519 1st St at 8:30am.

Pickup Information

We pickup at any Rapid City or Keystone hotels. Or meet at the Keystone Senior Center 519 1st St at 8:30am.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Our expert guides bring the Memorial's history to life while ensuring you capture perfect photos at the best viewpoints. To accommodate all the amazing stops on this full-day experience, we spend a well-paced 75 minutes at this location.
Duration: 75 mins
2. Iron Mountain Road
Iron Mountain Road is far more than just a drive—it is an unforgettable American journey. Stretching 17 miles through South Dakota's stunning Black Hills, this engineering masterpiece features 314 curves, 14 switchbacks, and 3 spiraling "pigtail" bridges that loop over themselves. It is most famous for its narrow, one-lane stone tunnels that perfectly frame Mount Rushmore National Memorial in the distance. With a maximum speed limit of just 35 mph, this road forces us to slow down, roll open the convertible top, and experience a rare, captivating piece of wilderness.
Duration: 30 mins
3. Custer State Park Visitor Center
Bring the wilderness to life! Explore massive dioramas of buffalo and local wildlife throughout the park. Check out our interactive map—narrated by a park ranger—to track the animals' latest locations. Plus, don't miss the variety of hands-on, touch-and-feel exhibits perfect for curious explorers.
Duration: 15 mins
4. Wildlife Loop Road
Experience a slow-paced convertible top safari along the 18-mile scenic corridor. Observe diverse wildlife such as bison, elk, pronghorn, and prairie dogs in their natural habitat. Benefit from the sliding top with dedicated stops designed for optimal photography and panoramic viewing.
Duration: 60 mins
5. Stockade Lake
Stockade Lake is the largest and most tranquil lake in Custer State Park. We stop for a scenic lakeside picnic (included).
Duration: 20 mins
6. Sylvan Lake
Sylvan Lake is the most recognizable of the five lakes in Custer State Park, if not the entire Black Hills region. It is a certified favorite for anyone who visits, especially photographers, artists, and fans of the Nicolas Cage movie National Treasure: Book of Secrets
Duration: 10 mins
7. Needle Eye Tunnel
Experience one of the most unique single-lane tunnels on our route. Engineered perfectly for cars and vans—but entirely too narrow for buses and RVs—this tight squeeze is a thrilling highlight. Sit back, relax, and let us handle the road while you enjoy the spectacular views from the convertible top vehicle.
Duration: 10 mins
8. Crazy Horse Memorial
We will stop to explore this massive Native American memorial, which houses over 14,000 exhibits. We will also watch an inspiring 20-minute film that details the history of the memorial, the vision behind its construction, and the countless challenges faced in completing it.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Local guide

Bottled water

Snacks

Lunch

Alcoholic beverages

Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Exclusion

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

Supplied by Black Hills Open-Top-Tours

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