Wilsey said that off-and-on for five years, a specific Google Maps glitch has misled tourists trying to get to Mount Rushmore. It appears that travelers who type "Mount Rushmore, SD" into their ...

The creation of Mount Rushmore is a story of struggle — and to some, desecration. The Black Hills are sacred to the Lakota Sioux, the original occupants of the area when white settlers arrived.

A GPS-enabled map will alert you as you approach ... Many national park sites offer limited food options. Mount Rushmore shines in this area. Regardless of what you select to eat, your meal ...

March 5: The Governor of South Dakota signs the Mount Harney ... full-time work at Rushmore. A lot of stone is removed to find carveable rock to Washington's left; the area will be the new site ...

Rangers also recommend visiting in September or October when the climate is still pleasant but the area is less busy. Note: There is no entrance fee at Mount Rushmore, only a $10 parking charge.