Most reviewed Mines in Idaho

  1. 4.5 Crystal Gold Mine (99 reviews)
    - It was worth the drive
    Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Mines
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    The only authentic 1880's underground gold mine tour in the Northwest! Winter or summer, the Silver Valley is a great place to vacation! The Crystal Gold Mine, near Kellogg, Idaho was one of the first hard rock mines in the Silver Valley. Worked during the 1880’s; closed by hiding the mine, it was rediscovered in 1991, reclaimed in 1996, and opened as a tourist historical attraction. The work was all done in candlelight by hand. The guided underground tour explains how they drilled with "Hand Steels" using "Single Jacks" and "Double Jacks" (Hammers), how they traced the quartz vein using 1880 methods, how they tested the vein for gold. Beautiful stalactite crystals of smithsonite in an array of colors coat the walls. Gold and wire silver can still be seen in the quartz vein. Crystal Gold Mine can be reached by taking Idaho Exit 54 on Interstate 90 to the Miner's Memorial (located on the North side of the freeway). Turn left (west) on Silver Valley Road, and go two miles. See more..
  2. 4.0 Spencer Opal Mine (33 reviews)
    - Opals galore
    Mines
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    Interesting place and out of the way, but definitely worth the trip. Digging for opals was a fun experience. See more..
  3. 5.0 Eagle City Park (2 reviews)
    - Real Gold Experience!
    Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Mines
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    My family and I visited Eagle City Park because my wife wanted a genuine gold prospecting experience. It was truly a beautiful part of Idaho where the claim is located on Eagle Creek. The drive out there is worth the views. This experience is the real deal. After aa quick lesson on the panning equipment and use, the staff turned us loose on the claim. The staff was super friendly and helped the kids and I to a nice spot on the creek to dig up some pay dirt. My wife took to sifting and panning. Expect to be there for awhile and be prepared to get wet and dirty.. I highly recommend bringing water and food; there are limited available options at the site. The commodes are a short walk, so bring good shoes. This is genuine wilderness and there is the associated wildlife in the area (deer, elk, moose, bears, etc.), so keep an eye on your children. We didn't strike it rich, but we had a great time! See more..

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