Went to Mt. Rushmore several years ago. Loved it. We took a helicopter ride while we were there and got nose to nose with George Washington. It was awesome. I've heard now that they have it so that you can walk almost right up to the face of the mt. It is quite a site. Also if you get a chance on your way to or from go to Devil's Tower. We camped in a campground at the bottom of dt and watched mt. climbers with our binoculars. That was fabulous. I know you can walk around the base of dt. They are both worth your time. Wish my health would allow me to go back.{{{{big sigh}}}}. Have fun.