As you drive up into the hills, you could hit Reptile Gardens and Bear Country - easily can both be done in one morning and they are not far from each other on the way from Rapid City to Rushmore. Go to Wind Cave also. We basically did most of what you have on your list and I would say Crazy Horse was the biggest waste of time.
Good point, it's well worth pulling off the interstate. Don't just take a picture outside, go inside and check out the history and the artwork inside.
There are 4-5 families I know heading the the Black hills this month. All asking for advise. There is not much I have not seen there.
thoughts on the Fort Hays Chuck Wagon meal? figured it would be hokey like the one in Co. Springs, but something the kids have never done
