• Mount Rushmore National Memorial - If you have my Mount Rushmore walking tour, you should exit this tour now and switch to that one. To access the Mount Rushmore tour, first tap Home in the top left corner of your screen. Then press Yes to exit this tour. Once you’ve exited, launch the Mount Rushmore tour. It will start near the Information Centre at the Entrance.

Note: This 66-mile-long tour covers the essentials of the Black Hills in 2-3 hours.

• Iron Mountain Road - This section of 16A is called Iron Mountain Road, which, together with the Needles Highway, encapsulates the spirit of Custer State Park.

• Doane Robinson Tunnel - Next up is the second Pigtail Bridge, which is followed immediately by the first tunnel.

• Iron Mountain Picnic Area - Enjoy this last section of single lane roller coaster driving. As you wind through the forest here, you’ll soon be cresting the ridge and leaving the Mount Rushmore area.

• Norbeck Overlook - The highpoint of the Iron Mountain Road at 5400 ft. There’s a big parking lot here, and I recommend taking the time to get out of the car to walk to the overlook.

• Scovel Johnson Tunnel - The last tunnel on Iron Mountain Road is the Scovel Johnson Tunnel, named for the chief engineer and surveyor of the Black Hills Scenic drives.

• Custer State Park - You’re now driving through the heart of the Galena Fire from way back in 1988, one of largest wildfires in Custer State Park history.

• Jewel Cave National Monument - “Jewel Cave”, The third largest cave system in the world, is probably already on your radar if you’re at all fascinated with the subterranean world now.

• The Gordon Stockade - In 1874, Lieutenant Colonel George Custer forever changed the fate of the Black Hills. In those days, the Black Hills belonged to the Sioux, as stated in the 1868 Treaty of Fort Laramie.

• Needles Highway - If you want to visit cowboy poet Badger Clark’s home, which will be on the left. You’ll see a sign that says Badger’s Hole.

• Black Hills Playhouse - You’ll soon see a turnoff for the Black Hills Playhouse, possibly the single most obscure locations for drama in the world! Plays are staged between June and mid-August, a tradition that has been going strong since 1946.

• Sylvan Lake - Not too long from now, you’ll be at Sylvan Lake. That marks the state park boundary. There are two particularly worthwhile places of interest here.

• Sylvan Lake Lodge - You’ll soon pass the historic Sylvan Lake Lodge on the right, although you’ll not be able to see much through the trees.

• Crazy Horse Memorial - In just a few minutes, you’re going to need to make a choice about whether you’d like to take the detour to the Crazy Horse Memorial, or continue following the tour loop around the Black Hills. Crazy horse is barely a ten minute drive from the junction.

• Hill City - The next few blocks are the town, and most things are pretty self-explanatory.

• Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
• Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
• Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
• Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
• Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
• Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
• Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
• Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!

• Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

Explore the Black Hills with this self-guided walking and driving tour, weaving through landmark sites steeped in monumental art and history. Walk through the majestic Mount Rushmore, delve into the natural splendor of Custer State Park, experience the cultural resonance of Crazy Horse Memorial, and relax at the picturesque Sylvan Lake. Each location enriches your journey with its unique story and breathtaking vistas, creating memories that echo through the landscapes of South Dakota.

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!

After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.

New, extra validity — now yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

• How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
• How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
• Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
• Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
• Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.