Overview
Thrice the Experience - Fun Informative Tour!
1. Mt Rushmore Night Ceremony -
We pick you up at your downtown hotel in our unique convertible top vans. You will enjoy fantastic views of the Black Hills National Forest along the way . Arriving at the monument 7:00pm you walk Avenue of Flags before enjoying the ceremony in the beautiful outdoor amphitheater.
At 8:00pm the program begins with an introduction from a national park ranger and continues with an informative film about the creation of Mt Rushmore. Very patriotic with honoring our veterans at the end.
2. Iron Mtn Road -
At the conclusion of the Ceremony - we exit the Monument and drive slowly up the famous Iron Mountain Road, up the twisting pigtail bridges. Near the top we stop and you will view the Four Faces framed in the dark one way tunnels.
3. Weather permitting, before we return you to your hotel, you will be able to view the evening stars . . . away from the cities ambient light.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bottled water
All fees and/or taxes
Gratuites are Not Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Mount Rushmore National Memorial
2 hours 30 min
The Evening Lighting Ceremony at Mount Rushmore National Memorial is held beginning the Friday before Memorial Day to September 30 each year. From May through early August, the ceremony starts nightly at 9 p.m., and from early August through September 30, it starts nightly at 8 p.m. From October through May, there is no ceremony, but the sculpture is illuminated nightly at sunset.
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Iron Mountain Road
20 min
Along the highway, visitors will find the unique pigtail bridges, magnificent Black Hills scenery, and through the dark tunnels you will enjoy the view of the framed lighted Mount Rushmore faces.
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Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway
20 min
We pause at the top of Iron Mountain to take time for stargazing. Because of ambient light in the cities - over 80% of Americans never see the stars.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Denver).
Additional Information
- Handicap Van is available for wheelchair touring. Van has convertible top that slides open as needed and has large side windows. Contact us if you have special needs.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about Mt Rush Lighting - Tunnels At Night - Starz
Can I cancel Mt Rush Lighting - Tunnels At Night - Starz for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Bottled water
What's not included?
- Gratuites are Not Included
Which places does it visit?
It visits Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Iron Mountain Road, Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Black Hills Open-Top-Tours
