Big Thunder Gold Mine

Big Thunder Gold Mine

www.bigthundermine.com
4.3/5
(1.3K) · Tours in Keystone, United States
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Big Thunder Gold Mine has an original tour which lasts 45-55 minutes and was founded in 1892. You see the largest display of mining equipment in the …

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Apr 16, 2025
Good tour panning is what you would expect, small flakes not worth much but cool experience. Worst part was having to deal with Jeff and his Stolen Valor Act.Full review by Eric V
Dec 17, 2024
Ever wanted to go gold mining...this is your chance. After your tour of an old Gold mine and an educational less on the life of a miner, you get to pan for real gold. It is way harder that it looks…Full review by TinyTownQueen
Sep 11, 2024
What a great way to spend the afternoon!!! Toured the mine and then panned for gold. Staff were EXCEPTIONALLY helpful and friendly, we had an absolute laugh. Definitely recommend!Full review by MidlandsCassy
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Big Thunder Gold Mine is an exciting attraction in Keystone that is ideal for the entire family. When in town, take an immersive tour of the o…
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Hello, Can we walk from the Keystone train depot to the mine ?
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Sorry, but I don't know. We rented a car because there were so many places we wanted to see.
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Answer by boham2017 · May 10, 2023
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Can you take the dogs on the tour or what are the restric? We are traveling through and would love to try this out but will …
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Can you take the dogs on the tour or what are the restric? We are traveling through and would love to try this out but will have a puppy with us.
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I don’t think you can take a dog on the mine tour.
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I realized after I asked my first question that I wasn't specific about what kind of panning we were thinking of doing. …
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I realized after I asked my first question that I wasn't specific about what kind of panning we were thinking of doing. We've already decided that we don't have the 4 or 8 hours free to go out to the claim (on this trip), so I really wanted to know if the on site panning in the troughs is worth the time? Meaning, do you find more than just a couple small flakes of gold? Can you also find gems or just gold? Our other option is Black Hills Caverns. Thanks!
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we only found flakes, but thats not to say you may find more, not sure about gems, your not going to strike it rich
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Is Big Thunder Gold Mine a real Black Hills Gold Mine?
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Yes! Big Thunder Gold Mine is an authentic Black Hills Gold Mine which was excavated during the Black Hills Gold Rush of the late 1800’s. Head over to...
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