Waterfalls in Mt Rushmore

Thunderhead Falls

Thunderhead Falls

Mt Rushmore, SD 57702
No Shade
No Restrooms
No Parking
No Picnic Tables
No Benches
Thunderhead Falls, located near Mt Rushmore in South Dakota, is a scenic waterfall visible from the roadway. Unfortunately, the waterfall sits on private property which prevents visitors from getting a close-up view, despite there being an existing trail leading to it. While the falls appear picturesque from a distance, many visitors express disappointment at not being able to approach or fully experience this natural attraction due to access restrictions.
Grizzly Bear Falls

Grizzly Bear Falls

Mt Rushmore, SD 57751
No Shade
No Restrooms
No Parking
No Picnic Tables
No Benches
Grizzly Bear Falls, located near Mt Rushmore in South Dakota, offers visitors a scenic hiking destination. The trail to the falls involves multiple creek crossings and requires careful navigation around fallen trees along the path. The 1.3-mile journey to the waterfall starts from the Grizzly Bear Campground area, where hikers need to pay a small fee before embarking on their adventure.