Family Gold Panning Vacations

I have created a separate page for each us state and vacation site.

Family gold panning vacations.

Did you know you can try gold panning at home even before you leave for your trip. The rush ended in 1864 but gold panning lives on as a family friendly vacation option. Learn where to look for gold and how to gold pan or sluice with ease. Family gold prospecting trips at 1849 jimtown mining camp family trips from 1 to 5 hours.

Big thunder gold mine s d. Groups of 10 or more who make a reservation a month in advance pay 2 per pan. 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. They offer gold prospecting courses family trips and other packages.

In jamestown the 1849 gold mining camp is an exact replica of the original and is located on the site of the original camp. The 27 acre indoor outdoor exhibit site includes a 10 stamp. Expect to roll up your sleeves and get muddy on this immersive private tour. Try one of our gold loaded pay dirt panning bags to practice your panning at home.

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. Step back in time and discover what it was like to be a 19th century miner looking for your eureka moment during this hands on gold panning experience. The camp has over 25 attractions so there is something fun for everyone. The locations are all listed alphabetically.

Panning is only 3 per person. The western museum of mining industry is a fascinating look back into the history of mining gold and silver in the pikes peak region. 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. Throughout the u s gold mines that once attracted those seeking to make a quick buck now cater to families.

Looking for gold grew in popularity in the mid 1800s especially out west when the gold rush began. Our authentic 1849 jimtown mining camp will handle an group. From over 12 000 4th grade students on our educational program to adventure in gold country for our motorcoach clients at jimtown mining camp. Visitors can pan from april 1 through october 31.

Here are some gold panning photos from our visit in 2008. The reed gold mine is about 20 miles outside of charlotte n c. Enjoy hands on activities like cranking the butter churn starting up the player piano target shooting in the arcade and panning for gold. Bring the whole family along and dress in sturdy boots and layers.