Presidential Trail Tours

The best way to explore stunning natural landscapes is with your own two feet. Pull on your hiking boots, hit Presidential Trail and take time to enjoy the scenery.

This trekking route in Keystone comes recommended by travelers, so leave a spot for it on your travel itinerary. However, your day doesn't end there. There are plenty more attractions ready for you to discover after Presidential Trail. Mount Rushmore, Sylvan Lake, and Rushmore Tramway Adventures are close by.

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GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City

GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City

2.5 out of 5
per person
Sep 8 - Sep 11
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Minneapolis (MSP) to Rapid City (RAP)
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,514 reviews)
Friendly staff, clean. Did not have the room we had prepaid for. Did find us an alternative.

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

The Suite Inn

The Suite Inn

2 out of 5
per person
Jul 28 - Aug 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Rapid City (RAP)
5.4/10 (1,009 reviews)
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was very small, no room for open suitcases except on beds. Did have a full size fridge, a dorm size would be better so there’s more room but it was nice to use the freezer for my ice packs. Beds were not the most comfortable and the pillows were very flat. My kids did love the very large tv!

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Foothills Inn

Foothills Inn

2.5 out of 5
per person
Jul 28 - Aug 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Rapid City (RAP)
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Receptionist really friendly at checkin. We Didn’t like carrying heavy luggage up the stairs, didn’t know there was no elevator. Carpeting in room was very old and unappealing feeling on bare feet. Dirty washcloth still in bath when we arrived. Friendly atmosphere and good for the price.

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

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Lots of walking and over 400 steps each way...its a journey but well worth it...its the closest you will get!!

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Mount Rushmore

Mount Rushmore

4.5/5(1,529 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Rushmore, a popular spot to commune with nature in Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding.

Mount Rushmore
Mount Rushmore featuring outdoor art and art

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Visit this popular landmark in South Dakota to see firsthand the enormous sculptures of four U.S. presidents carved into a mountain.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Nice view atop the tram ride

Rushmore Tramway Adventures

4/5(10 reviews)

Bring your family to Rushmore Tramway Adventures and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding.

Rushmore Tramway Adventures
Needles eye rock. Amazingly beautiful.

Needles Eye

5/5(64 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Needles Eye during your travels in Custer. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding.

Needles Eye
When in the Black Hills, get your drink on at Prairie Berry Winery!

Prairie Berry Winery

4.5/5(112 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Prairie Berry Winery during your travels to Hill City. You can seek out the horseback riding while in the area.

Prairie Berry Winery
A gorgeous lake.

Sylvan Lake

4.5/5(442 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sylvan Lake during your travels in Custer. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding.

Sylvan Lake

Best Lodging Options Near Presidential Trail

Rushmore Express Keystone
Rushmore Express Keystone
2.5 out of 5
320 Cemetery Road, Keystone, SD
Rushmore Express Keystone
Powder House Lodge
Powder House Lodge
3.5 out of 5
24125 Hwy 16A, Keystone, SD
Powder House Lodge
K Bar S Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection
K Bar S Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection
2.5 out of 5
434 Old Hill City Road, Keystone, SD
K Bar S Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection
Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore
Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore
2 out of 5
206 Cemetery Rd, Keystone, SD
Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore
Soder Cabin #1
Soder Cabin #1
Keystone
Soder Cabin #1
Granite Peaks Hideaway #3
Granite Peaks Hideaway #3
Keystone
Granite Peaks Hideaway #3
The Little Pine
The Little Pine
Keystone
The Little Pine
American Pines Cabin, 5 miles from Mt Rushmore!
American Pines Cabin, 5 miles from Mt Rushmore!
Keystone
American Pines Cabin, 5 miles from Mt Rushmore!
Baymont by Wyndham Keystone Near Mt. Rushmore
Baymont by Wyndham Keystone Near Mt. Rushmore
2.5 out of 5
106 Highway 16A, Keystone, SD
Baymont by Wyndham Keystone Near Mt. Rushmore
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