RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) – From Badlands National Park to Jewel Cave National Monument, the government shutdown is having an impact on some of South Dakota's most popular tourist attractions

KELOLAND News went to Mount Rushmore Wednesday.

While tourists were still showing up at Mount Rushmore this morning, many were disappointed with how much was shut down.

"It does take away part of our experience, however we've been here for a few days already, so we've been able to see some of the sights that other folks haven't. But for those people, we feel like you know, it's too bad that they planned their schedules and so forth and aren't going to get the full experience," Iowa tourist Dick Sievers said.

"I'm not so much worried about myself, but it's a shame for the people that aren't able to c

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