Iron Mountain and Needles drive

We did one of our all-time favorite scenic drives, along Iron Mountain and Needles Highway.

An interactive map of our route, starting from the campground, and going counter-clockwise:

A buffalo on the road:

Tunnel clearances:

Scovel Johnson Tunnel:

A peek of Mount Rushmore through the trees:

More tunnels:

Tunnel to spiral bridge:

Another tunnel:

Another peek of Mount Rushmore from the tunnel:

Another pigtail spiral bridge:

Passing Mount Rushmore:

Mount Rushmore side view:

Interesting rocks:

Hood Tunnel:

Sylvan Lake:

Popular jumping spot for kids:

Needle Eye:

Needle Eye Tunnel:

Sun over rocks:

Another tunnel:

Such a fun drive.