We have only a week to visit & see the Mt. Rushmore & Bad Lands areas. Our plans also include a day trips to Devils Tower & Crazy Horse. What are other "must-see" suggestions? Like Jewel Cave National Park? Thanks for your time & stay warm.

Both of the caves, Wall drugs is worth an hour or two, Custer state park, Minuteman NM if they started up tours again. Lots of people come away underwhelmed by Crazy Horse and Rushmore. If you like rocks then the Geology museum at the SD School of Mining in Rapid City is worth a visit.

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agesilaus wrote:Both of the caves, Wall drugs is worth an hour or two, Custer state park, Minuteman NM if they started up tours again. Lots of people come away underwhelmed by Crazy Horse and Rushmore. If you like rocks then the Geology museum at the SD School of Mining in Rapid City is worth a visit.I second the mining recommendation. Took two grandkids when they were very young and they loved it. Should not be missed.

We have an 8 year old boy. So love these suggestions!

Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway - A must to drive if you are in the area. It has the best views of Mt. Rushmore and Black Hills area.However, you cannot drive this while towing a 5er or a TT, as it has pigtail bridges.More info here: Peter Norbeck Byway, Black Hills National Forest.

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Mt. Rushmore & Badlands-Must-See Suggestions

We have only a week to visit & see the Mt. Rushmore & Bad Lands areas. Our plans also include a day trips to Devils Tower & Crazy Horse. What are other "must-see" suggestions? Like Jewel Cave National Park? Thanks for your time & stay warm.

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