Family Gold Panning Vacations

Family gold prospecting trips at 1849 jimtown mining camp family trips from 1 to 5 hours.

Family gold panning vacations.

Looking for gold grew in popularity in the mid 1800s especially out west when the gold rush began. Groups of 10 or more who make a reservation a month in advance pay 2 per pan. Before you go on a gold panning vacation or prospecting trip be sure to read up on our free tips and tricks. Our authentic 1849 jimtown mining camp will handle an group.

For the serious prospector 1 to 3 days. If your state does not have a link or your country is not listed then i have not been able to find a prospecting vacation spot on the web for that state country or location. Enjoy hands on activities like cranking the butter churn starting up the player piano target shooting in the arcade and panning for gold. The locations are all listed alphabetically.

The western museum of mining industry is a fascinating look back into the history of mining gold and silver in the pikes peak region. They offer gold prospecting courses family trips and other packages. Panning is only 3 per person. Big thunder gold mine s d.

There are many places in the united states where people can still try to look for gold and while no one will earn a living with the gold that they find nowadays they can still have fun trying to find that one small piece to cherish forever. At gold prospecting adventures families can belly up to a sluice box which processes the buckets of gravel more efficiently than an old fashioned gold pan and search for flakes of gold. Expect to roll up your sleeves and get muddy on this immersive private tour. The camp has over 25 attractions so there is something fun for everyone.

Here are some gold panning photos from our visit in 2008. The rush ended in 1864 but gold panning lives on as a family friendly vacation option. The 27 acre indoor outdoor exhibit site includes a 10 stamp. Learn where to look for gold and how to gold pan or sluice with ease.

In jamestown the 1849 gold mining camp is an exact replica of the original and is located on the site of the original camp. Bring the whole family along and dress in sturdy boots and layers. I have created a separate page for each us state and vacation site. The reed gold mine is about 20 miles outside of charlotte n c.

The site offers free admission and tours of the gold mines. Did you know you can try gold panning at home even before you leave for your trip. Throughout the u s gold mines that once attracted those seeking to make a quick buck now cater to families. Try one of our gold loaded pay dirt panning bags to practice your panning at home.