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Minimum 2 Hours • All Ages • The EVERYTHING Deal!
What to Expect
Phoenix Underground Gold Mine Tour:
Embark on a fascinating 45-minute underground tour, perfect for all ages and abilities. Our easy walking tour covers less than 500 feet with no stairs, making it accessible for most. Knowledgeable guides will lead you through spacious, well-lit spaces where you'll witness two glistening gold veins firsthand. Immerse yourself in the captivating stories of Colorado miners who once braved these depths in search of fortune. Learn about the historic mining and milling processes, and gain a deeper appreciation for Colorado's mining heritage.
Centurion Train Ride & Dark Mine Tour:
Your journey begins with a scenic 0.15-mile uphill hike through a beautiful Rocky Mountain forest. Your adventure begins with a short 0.15 mile hike along a scenic dirt trail winding through the beautiful Rocky Mountain forest. At the top, your ride awaits. Step aboard a historic Atlas K 3.5 Ton Locomotive, pulling our refurbished mine carts transformed into open-air passenger cars. As your conductor guides you along the mountainside, you’ll enjoy sweeping views and fascinating stories of the area’s rich mining past.
Your journey leads you to the entrance of one of the oldest mines in the valley, the Centurion Mine. Here, you’ll grab a hard hat and lantern and venture 400 feet into the underground world. Inside, your expert guide brings the mine’s history and geology to life. You’ll explore cave-like openings and discover stunning fluorescent rock formations that make this experience truly one of a kind! After exiting the Centurion Mine, hop back aboard the train and ride back to the other end of the track. It's all downhill from here as you take a walk down the path!
Pan for Gold and Make Memories:
This is your chance to become a gold prospector for the day! We provide hands-on gold panning lessons with our experienced staff and loan each guest a gold pan to use. They'll teach you time-tested techniques for separating gold from ordinary dirt. Then, take what you've learned and pan for real gold in a refreshing mountain creek. Here's the best part: You keep whatever you find! Whether you want to start your own rock collection or aim to strike it rich, there are treasures for everyone! Countless visitors have unearthed, real gold, quartz, smokey quartz, and even garnets!
Commemorate Your Adventure:
Don't forget to stop by our charming 1950s Bus Gift Shop and browse through our selection of affordable, handcrafted keepsakes – the perfect way to remember your Phoenix Gold Mine adventure!
Includes
45 Minute Guided Walking Tour of the Phoenix Mine
60 Minute Guided Tour of the Centurion Railroad and Mine: Half on our Train & Mine Carts; Half Walking in the Centurion Mine.
Gold Panning: Includes Lesson, Gold Pan to Borrow, Stay as Long as you'd like, & Keep Anything You Find!
Restrictions
Train Ride & Centurion Level Mine Tour involves navigating steep and uneven terrain at an elevation of approximately 8,000 feet for about a 800 feet. For safety considerations, participants must be in good physical condition and free from respiratory issues or recent surgical procedures. Additionally, the Centurion Mine features low ceilings which may cause discomfort for individuals taller than six feet due to back or neck pain. Pregnant guests are advised to consult with their physician prior to booking this tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate wheelchairs on the mine train or within the Centurion Mine. We invite guests with accessibility needs to discuss activity options by calling 303.567.0422.
Duration
Minimum 2 Hours
Address
800 Trail Creek Road, Idaho Springs, CO 80452
Pricing
| Mother Lode Adult | $54 |
| Mother Lode Child | $48 |
| Mother Lode Baby | Free |
Cancellation Policy
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