The Haunting of Keystone

Rush Mountain Adventure Park also features night rides during The Haunting of Keystone.

Plan now for this one-of -a-kind adventure

When the haunting of Rushmore Cave begins, who knows what will happen to the rest of Rush Mountain!

If you dare, take in the rare opportunity for night rides on the Mountain Coaster, Zip Ride and Gunslinger 7D Theater. The tickets for Night Rides are separate from The Haunting of Keystone tickets.  Rides open at 6pm and close at 10pm on Fridays & Saturdays and at 8pm on Sundays during the haunt.

Paranormal Cave Tour

Venture underground into history and mystery with the Paranormal Tour at Rushmore Cave, offered only during the last tour of the day on Haunting of Keystone dates

First discovered in 1876 and explored by gold miners, their wives, and children, the cave holds stories that have never been fully told. While no official records of deaths exist, many of the early documents were lost in the devastating 1972 Rapid City flood—leaving room for unsettling questions and unexplained encounters. In total darkness, with only a flashlight in hand, you’ll hear chilling tales and learn about two real investigations conducted by Black Hills Paranormal Investigations. This tour takes a different route from the normal daily guided cave tour.

Tickets will be available online at RushMtn.com or at the door—dare to see what lingers in the shadows.

More Information

What is the haunting?

Rushmore Cave is 1 of the 3 destinations that makes up the Haunting of Keystone.  The other 2 are located at Big Thunder Gold Mine and the Keystone Schoolhouse Museum. Ticket bundles include all 3 haunts.

So, what about the other attractions at Rush Mountain?

Can you imagine…..night rides???!!! The dark and scary mountain coaster, screaming “evil” zipline and Gunslinger 7D interactive ride (showing Carnival, Werewolves and Zombies) will all be operating under the cover of darkness, for a whole new experience!  Tickets for these rides are separate from the Haunting of Keystone.

This is a rare opportunity for night rides.  You can purchase the “Killer Deal” – all three rides (Coaster/Zipline/Gunslinger) for a bundled price or purchase individual ride tickets as well at the Rush Mountain Adventure Park ticket counter or click the button to purchase the “Killer Deal” now.

Please note that the night ride tickets begin at 6pm, but close 1 hour prior to the end of the Haunting of Keystone’s hours each night.  (You are not able to take the night rides before opening time.)

Where is Rush Mountain and Rushmore Cave located?

13622 Hwy 40

Keystone, SD 57751

NOTE:  Location is on South Dakota Highway 40 between Keystone & Hermosa (About 5 miles East of Keystone, SD)

What are the dates and times of the event?

The haunt is generally the last 3 or 4 weekends in October. The event runs on Friday and Saturday nights from 6-11pm and on Sunday nights from 6-9pm (Oct 10-26, 2025).

What should I wear?

Dress for the weather.  The attractions at Rush Mountain are outside and move at a pretty quick rate of speed.  Dress accordingly; layers are good.  We recommend a hat and gloves if it is cold.  Please also wear closed-toe and closed-heel non-slip shoes or boots.   

Is it strenuous?

The attractions at Rush Mountain Adventure Park are built on the side of a hill/mountain.  There are several steep inclines and many sets of stairs in order to get from one attraction to the next.  Inside the Rushmore Cave haunt, you will not go through the entire cave, but there will be places with tight spaces, uneven ground, stooping for low ceiling, and some stairs.

Rules & Regulations

General safety precautions:

• Watch where you are going and watch your step
• Surfaces can be slippery when wet
• No face masks or full face make-up may be worn by guests
• No smoking, vaping, dipping, e-cigarettes or open flame of any kind is permitted
• No alcoholic beverages may be brought onto the property
• No weapons
• No running, pushing, or shoving
• No pets
• No bad attitudes

What other things do I need to know about haunting event?

• Enter and participate at your own risk.  Rush Mountain Adventure Park is NOT responsible for any injury
• VIDEO SURVEILLANCE IS IN USE throughout the property 
• Follow the directions of all employees regarding safety and operational procedures on rides
• Attractions may use fog machines or strobe lights 
• Some attractions may come to an abrupt halt 
• Do not enter/participate if you have health concerns or suffer from medical conditions of any kind
• Some of the attractions have weight/height restrictions – please visit www.rushmtn.com/attractions for details

Can I Volunteer at the haunt?

YES!  Scaring others can be soooo fun!!  Click here to sign up!