Back in the 1800's there is no physical evidence to indicate that Indians used the cavern, but they undoubtedly knew about its existence from artifacts found. In 1874 General Custer on his first expedition through the Black Hills passed below the cavern unaware of its location in the Limestone cliffs... [more]

Jewel Cave National Monument is not only the second-longest cave in the world (currently 150 miles and counting!), it is also one of its most structurally complex. Located just over an hour southwest of Rapid City, Jewel Cave is a regional gem tucked in the Black Hills of South Dakota.... [more]

The Black Hills Caverns located outside of the Rapid City South Dakota, were discovered in 1882 by gold seekers, but the Lakota Indians had found strength in the power of the calcite crystals centuries before. Come discover the wonder of the glittering underground world and see its many fantastic animal... [more]

DISCOUNTED ADMISSION. Our visitor's center and cave entrance are located just off Highway 16 about 10 minutes south of Rapid City on the way to Mount Rushmore in the Black Hills of South Dakota.Visitors will be completely surrounded by the world's largest Dogtooth Spur Crystals-some as monstrous as T-Rex teeth. Experience... [more]

At Rushmore Cave you will find fun on every level, from our Scenic Cave Tour to riding the new Soaring Eagle Zipline Ride. Explore the stalactite-filled caverns of this amazing natural wonder,on a fun and educational cave tour or soar through the sky on the new Soaring Eagle Zipline Ride.... [more]

Caves are one of the Black Hills most mysterious and intriguing wonders. To do your exploring underground, visit Wind Cave National Park. Stretching more than 100 miles, Wind Cave is one of the longest caves in the world, and the first cave to be designated a national park. With a maze-like,... [more]