Denver: Gold and Gem Panning Experience
ID: GYG1495054-2283910
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
30 min.
Description
Try your hand at real gold and gem panning at the historic Argo site in Idaho Springs, west of Denver. Learn the prospecting technique, search for gold and gemstones, and keep what you find.
Try your hand at real gold and gem panning at the historic Argo site in Idaho Springs, a scenic 40-minute drive west of Denver on I-70.
Grab a pan, dip it into the water, and learn the same swirling technique prospectors used to separate heavy gold and gemstones from sand and gravel. Argo staff are on hand to show you how it is done and help you spot your finds.
Whatever gold flakes and gemstones you discover are yours to keep as a souvenir of Colorado gold country. It is a fun, hands-on activity for all ages and a great introduction to the mining history that built this mountain town.
Gold panning runs independently of the cable car, so it operates as scheduled even when the gondola is not running. The site sits at high elevation, so bring a hat and water, and be ready to get your hands wet.
Highlights
- Hands-on gold and gem panning for all ages
- Learn the classic prospecting technique from Argo staff
- Keep every gold flake and gemstone you find
- Historic Idaho Springs setting, 40 minutes west of Denver
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Gold and gem panning
- All panning equipment and materials
- Keep what you find
- Guidance from Argo staff
NOT INCLUDED
- Unlimited cable car rides
- Mountain biking
- Food and beverage
- Hiking
- Historic gold mill and tunnel tour
- Parking
- Live music
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
