With a few things to check off our bucket list today we took off early to head for the hills. The best route to get there was Iron Mountain Road. Along the way we saw a few North American bison otherwise known as buffalo. Not only is Custer State Park home to largest publicly owned herd of buffalo but it’s one of the largest state parks in the United States. 2019 marks their Centennial Celebration!
Iron Mountain Road is a very scenic drive located in the Black Hills of South Dakota. In only 17 miles the road has 314 curves, 14 switchbacks, 3 tunnels and 3 pigtails, turns which loop over their own road, allowing the road to climb rapidly. The road encompasses miles of stunning views through twisty hair pin corners, high elevations and steep grades, some at 10%.
First stop was Mt. Rushmore ...
Then not far away we stopped at Crazy Horse. This stop turned out to be my favorite of the day. A work in progress and once completed, the mountain carving will be the largest in the world.
On our way back to basecamp we stopped in the town of Custer at Mt. Rushmore Brewing Company for some local brew and a ‘burger’. Sorry Mr. Bison. This turned out to be our first time eating out since we began our journey seven days ago.
Once back at basecamp we settled on a nice cozy campfire. A great way to end the day!
Today’s quote ...
“Where ever you have dreamed of going, I have camped there and left firewood for when you arrive.” HAFIZ
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