We really enjoyed this place. It was our first time for a lot of the attractions there, including my very first zipline. We did the smaller zipline which was perfect for my first time. My only complaint is that it needs more shade and maybe some fans. We didn't get to do everything we wanted because it was so darn hot. I also wish they had more ride photos. But I'm a big picture nerd. I would recommend getting the wrist band. It's $62 for adults but it includes everything except food and water. Fyi- if you have a hard time getting around your best option is the chair lift the the top. It truly is beautiful up there. But again not handicap friendly. read more

See all

Highly recommended. Love the ski lift going up and the alpine slide coming down. Staff was very helpful. The view was amazing. If we didn't get there too late I would have repeated the lift and slide till I get tired of it. So affordable read more

See all

WOW! We had a blast at Rushmore Aeral Tramway, taking advantage of the ski lift, the downhill sleds; and, the zipline. It was so relaxing to sit on the ski lift; and, to be taken up to the mountain top. Views of Mt. Rushmore are fleeting; but, quite dramatic; and, enjoyable along the way. At the top, they have a restaurant and a small park. The sleds are a blast; and, we took two turns, which ensured two trips on the tramway. What a great time. We had a less adventurous friend with us who simply took the tram both ways; and, enjoyed a local brew at the top. read more

We visited here yesterday and were very disappointed in the quality of the staff manning the aerial course. We had our two grandsons (ages 8 and 10) with us. Both boys have done aerial courses before as recently as a week ago. The staff provided very little instruction on the use of the equipment. And they did not check the children's understanding or competency in the use of the equipment. There are several courses to choose from, but no instruction was given regarding the difficulty of the various courses. Our 8 year old was allowed to enter a moderately difficult course where he became trapped on the 4th obstacle because he wasn't able to move his carabiner. My husband was working the same course but at this particular obstacle only one person could be on the platform at a time. After several minutes I was able to find a staff member to help the child. That's when the staff member suggested that they try an easier course where my grandson could be assisted by his grandfather at each platform. Unfortunately the boy was so frustrated by the experience he wouldn't continue. Our 10 year old grandson was able to work the equipment and was flying through the course until he came upon an obstacle that he didn't understand. It involved having to pull a rope to bring the obstacle toward the adventurer. He called for help but no one responded. He ultimately unbuckled his harness and jumped from the platform. No staff member ever noticed his distress or even questioned how he exited the course. When we spoke to the management about the issues they offered a rain check. Considering we were passing through on vacation, the rain check was of no value. Our request for a partial refund was denied. The bottom line is, the aerial course is not well supervised and can be frustrating to children and even dangerous. The reason I gave two stars is the zip line, alpine slide and tubing were enjoyable. read more

Spent two days in Keystone as part of our trip to the Dakotas/Mt Rushmore. Unless you have some physical handicap that would prevent you from this activity, it's an absolute must! The synopsis of my review is this: do it! Quit over thinking it. Your family will never forget it. We took the chair lift up the mountain, bobsled down, and spent another couple hours at the aerial adventure. The chair lift was the least exciting of any of the activities but it's included with your bobsled purchase so it's well worth it. Like all chair lifts, it's moving when you get on and off so if that scares you, be advised. Don't freak out... older people were doing it and I think they have the ability to make it really slow if necessary. I didn't realize that we would be able to see Rushmore from the top- so it was a nice surprise to have that magnificent view when we got up there. There is also a restaurant up there and a few people said it was pretty good (we didn't try it). I wasn't expecting much from the bobsled, but I was very wrong. Absolutely a blast and well worth the price. You control the speed so it's pretty easy but is not as "automatic" as I had expected. You will find yourself approaching a curve at a high rate of speed (as your bobsled starts to climb up the wall) and realize you could accidentally leave the track if you didn't slow down. No problem... You just ease back on the throttle and you immediately slow to a stop, if you desire. Super fun. It only has one handle to control speed and little kids have to do it with an adult. My kids and I LOVED the high ropes course. My wife, is not a fan of heights so it wasn't quite as "fun" for her. You are harnessed in so there is little chance of falling to your death but there is certainly opportunity to slip and get banged around a bit on the obstacles/trees. This course has varying levels of difficulty - similar to a ski slope, green course, blue course, black, etc. The harder the level you pick, the greater the degree of coordination and stamina it requires. After a brief safety/instructional review, you receive a safety harness with two hooks and a zip line. You make your own way over various obstacles such as wobbly ladders, cables, rope swings, etc. Again, the harder the course you pick, the more challenging the obstacles. My kids (10 and 14) took off on their own courses while my wife and I were much more cautious and poked along. You can do as many courses as you desire - assuming you didn't purchase a limited time. We bought the twilight pass for several dollars off and we had enough time to do two courses each. That was plenty of time for us. The safety harness is set up so that you always have to keep one hook connected before connecting your other hook to the next safety cable. On top of this, there are parts of the course where you use your zip line holster to get from one obstacle to the next. Again, it would be nearly impossible to fall to your death but if you aren't careful, you could easily lose your footing and find yourself hanging from the safety cable (your ego would take the worst hit as I'm sure people would laugh). Don't let my explanation scare you from doing this activity. Families of all ages were all over the place. On top of this, there were always staff/instructors close by in case you had a question. Of our entire vacation, this park was the most fun. My son is still talking about it, days later. He wishes we lived closer so he could have his birthday party there. :) Tip: wear actual tennis or climbing shoes. I wore closed toe sandals and found my shoes wanting to slip off, which didn't make for the most secure footing. If I were to return to the area, my kids and I would do this activity again. You will create a memory that will last a lifetime. read more

See all

My kids loved this place the staff was amazing prices were not too out of line for as much time you can spend on the obstacle course the zip lines looked awesome the slides were amazing, my son and to do the chair lift twice he wouldn't go down the sled track but that looks awesome too but my wife had daughter did and loved it. Would be a must if you have time. Also it started to rain so we received rain checks on what we couldn't get to that do not expire, as long as we do not lose them read more

We had a great time. The ropes course, zip lines, slides and the link and look out was lots of fun. Staff was amazing too. Our only issue was that the price seemed a bit much. $12 for 1 slide. The zip line ride was also a bit much we thought for one zip line. But we would def do it again. Our two 7 year olds had a blast too. read more

See all

Do it! The aerial courses are a blast! Great staff and equipment. The switch back zipline on one of the courses is exhilarating! My 8 & 10 year old boys loved it to. It's a kid and adult playground. read more

Rushmore Aerial Tramway - Tours Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

See all

This was awesome!!! Highly recommend! The chairlift was wonderful and very beautiful at the top! Our teenagers went in the Ariel Park adventure course... Unfortunately, due to weather they were unable to finish but they liked what they did get to do. We were stuck on top of a beautiful mountain over looking Mt Rushmore while a storm passed through. We had clean bathrooms, food, drinks, and friendly staff available. Would totally do this one again! read more

Price for the Alpine Slide seemed steep, but it was a lot of fun. The ropes course was huge and well worth the money. Challenges for every age and experience level. read more

The aerial adventure course was the highlight of our vacation for the kids. Watching my 9 year old hook himself up to a (VERY HIGH) zipline may have shaved a few weeks off the end of my life, but he was dang proud of himself at the end. We loved the view from the top, and the alpine slide, too. Great memories, now I have to try to find a ropes course at home! read more