Majestic figures of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln, surrounded by the beauty of the Black Hills of South Dakota, tell the story of the birth, growth, development and preservation of this country. From the history of the first inhabitants to the diversity of America today, Mo
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
Free entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- HoursWeather permitting, the grounds at Mount Rushmore are open every day of the year. The Information Center, Visitor Center, Gift Shop and Carvers' Cafe are open every day except December 25th.
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 6055742523 · moru_information@nps.gov
Visitors traveling by car from the East use Exit 61 off I-90 and follow the signs for Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Coming from the West use exit 57 exit at Rapid City and follow U.S. Highway 16 southwest to Keystone and then Highway 244 to Mount Rushmore. Visitors coming from the south should f
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Mount Rushmore National Memorial — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Blackberry Trail, Nature Trail, Presidential Trail. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Depends Do you need a reservation?
A timed-entry or reservation system may apply at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Check the official site before you arrive.
Depends What are the hours?
Weather permitting, the grounds at Mount Rushmore are open every day of the year. The Information Center, Visitor Center, Gift Shop and Carvers' Cafe are open every day except December 25th.
Nearby sites
DXR / CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Reclamation Pactola Reservoir
CheckReclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.
Jake DeGroot / CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Forest Service Black Hills National Forest
CheckThis Forest Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
