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black hills, badlands & lakes region Keystone (Continued from Page 181) Three museums each claim a fascinating piece of the area’s history. Gutzon Borglum, the sculptor of Mount Rushmore, is the subject at The Borglum Story Museum. The National Presidential Wax Museum displays every U.S. leader in various scenes from throughout their presidencies. The intriguing history of Keystone itself is told at the Keystone Historical Museum. A popular section features memorabilia of Carrie Ingalls of Little House on the Prairie fame, who spent her adult life in Keystone. You can also enjoy both history and the outdoors by taking the free self-guided Historic Walking Tour of Keystone. Maps are available at the Visitor Information Center, located downtown. Worked up an appetite? There are plenty of places to dine, whether you prefer the weekly pig roast at the Executive Order Grill, prime rib at the Powder House, the outdoor cafe at Rushmore Tramway or the Old West atmosphere of the Ruby House. The Holy Smoke Restaurant Displays at the National Presidential Wax Museum are an enjoyable way for visitors to learn more about our nation’s presidents. offers barbecue ribs “to die for.” Another spectacular ride on the rails is offered by the Aerial Tramway that ascends to the mountaintop for phenomenal views of Mount Rushmore and the surrounding forest. Then, choose either the tramway or the Alpine Slide for a thrilling return trip. Challenge your family to a game at Holy Terror Mini Golf or experience nature on horseback at Holy Smoke Trail Rides. Take a break from the sun and cool off underground at Rushmore Cave, featuring some of the area’s largest stalactite and stalagmite formations, or Big Thunder Gold Mine, where you can tour the mine and museum and pan for gold. n Visitors enjoy strolling through the shops lining the boardwalk in downtown Keystone. 184 http://www.mtrushmorereservations.com/ http://www.rosyinn.com http://www.rosyinn.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of South Dakota Vacation Guide 2011

South Dakota Vacation Guide 2011
Contents
Overview
Getting Here, Getting Around
Information Centers
State Facts
Tourism Regions
Places of Interest
Public Campgrounds and Recreation Areas
Vacation Ideas
Southeast Region: A slice of South Dakota charm
Glacial Lakes & Prairies Region: Stories from the frontier
Great Lakes Region: Land of the mighty Missouri
Black Hills, Badlands & Lakes Region: Enchanting mountain getaway
Black Hills map
Index

South Dakota Vacation Guide 2011

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