Big Thunder Gold Mine in Keystone, South Dakota, welcomes families and curious explorers to discover the Black Hills’ gold rush heritage. Owned and operated by Sandi McLain, whose family purchased the mine in 1993, this historic a... more
Learn the basics of gold panning with a guide
Discover the Black Hills’ mining past with knowledgeable guides
Keep any gold you find on an expert-led panning adventure
Dig for Black Hills gold with a panning expert—and keep what you find