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Presidential Trail, Keystone

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For an expansive view of the faces on Mt. Rushmore, set out on Presidential Trail, a short walk that will take you to the base of the mountain. The trail is an easy-to-moderate, 800 m (0.5 mi) boardwalk track with signs along the way that offer information about presidents Washington, Jefferson, Roosevelt, and Lincoln. An information hut features material about Danish-American sculptor Gutzon Borglum and his son, who sculpted the 18 m (60 ft) heads of the presidents between 1927 and 1941. As you stroll along the boardwalk, you will get views of presidents from a number of angles. In addition to looking up, be sure to take some time to look all around for a glimpse of some local wildlife. Put Presidential Trail at the forefront of your travel plans using our Keystone road trip planning site .
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  • By MARCOandALICE On July 5, 2018
    The circular trail that allows you to approach the mountain of Presidents is quiet and easy despite some stairs. The area also develops in a Grove which is good in case of Sun and heat. Surely to do while visiting Mount Rushmore.
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  • By 1966Airstream On July 4, 2018
    We enjoyed our walk through the presidential trail but we were only allowed to walk a short portion of it due to renovation. But it gets you closer to the presidents so it is a fun walk.  more »
  • By Susan S On July 3, 2018
    Short and easy trail at the base of the monument that offers excellent views of the monument from many different angles.  more »
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