It took 14 years and a team of 400 sculptors, led by Gutzon Borglum, to complete this massive "Shrine of Democracy," dedicated in 1941.
Located in the Northern Hills and is only hour drive to all attractions in the Black Hills (Devils Tower, Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Needles Hwy).Check out the Spearfish Canyon and the Fish Hatchery
Parts of the movie" National Treasure: Book of Secrets," starring Nicolas Cage, were filmed here - at beautiful Sylvan Lake, in the northwest corner of the park.
Grab a pint, help yourself to popcorn and settle in by the fireplace or the 2nd-floor, outdoor deck. Try the Redwater Irish Ale. Mmmm....
The visitor center has tons of great maps of the Black Hills area. Pick one up and explore some Black Hills back roads to really discover the region!
Stop in and say "hi" to Mistie and Jill - the friendly faces inside the front door. They know the Spearfish area better than anybody and can direct you to the best of everything around!
Welcome to campus. Enjoy your visit. Be sure to check out the one-of-a-kind Museum of Geology here on campus before you leave.
Check in at the Deadwood Chamber, 767 Main Street, and receive a free Wild Bill Coupon book! It's full of great, money-saving coupons for your time here in Deadwood.
Once a year, during the April CubFest event, you can actually pet and take photos with the baby black bears.
The folks at the info desk know more stuff about more stuff about the Black Hills than anybody else around. Pick their brains, you'll like what you find.
Ask visitor center staff if a live blast is scheduled for today. If so, be sure to stick around to watch it. Very cool experience, indeed!
