Walk the Presidential Trail
Mount Rushmore National Memorial
The Presidential Trail provides changing views of Mount Rushmore as you travel through ponderosa pine forest and granite outcrops.
This 0.6 mile trail provides changing views of Mount Rushmore as you walk among granite outcrops and through ponderosa pine trees. Start from the Grand View Terrace. As you face the mountain go to the far left side to begin the trail. The first 0.2 miles is a handicapped accessible trail to the base of Mount Rushmore. The final 0.4 miles has 422 stairs and brings you back to the Grand View Terrace.
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20-45 Minutes
$10 parking fee per vehicle applies.
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The first 0.2 miles of this trail is a sidewalk and boardwalk with a very slight incline that leads to the base of the sculpture. Benches are located along the trail to provide a place to rest. Service dogs, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements, are permitted to accompany visitors with disabilities on this trail.
No — Service dogs, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements, are permitted to accompany visitors with disabilities on this trail.
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