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South Dakota Highway 244 offers a stunning view of Mount Rushmore when approaching from the east.
The gorgeous corridor leading to the Grand View Terrace.
Mount Rushmore towering over the Avenue of Flags.
Mount Rushmore as viewed from the Grand View Terrace and Amphitheater.
The Presidential Trail is very well maintained.
Looking up at George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
This view, from the Presidential Trail, is as close as visitors can get to Mount Rushmore.
Looking back toward the amphitheater and Grand View Terrace. The Grand View Terrace forms the roof of the Lincoln Borglum Visitor Center.
Photo Date:
05/30/2017
The entrance to the memorial on a clear morning.
Photo Date:
05/30/2017
Mount Rushmore in the morning.
Photo Date:
05/30/2017
A profile view, which can be seen heading either direction on Highway 244.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/01/2013
Impressive lighting at night at Mount Rushmore.