Dig for Black Hills gold with a panning expert—and keep what you find
Panning expert, Keep found gold
Head into the Black Hills forest with a panning expert to dig for real gold. This is hands-on claim panning, with hiking and hauling dirt as part of the experience.
You'll receive a 50% refund if you cancel more than 24 hours in advance. You'll receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. A full refund may also be provided at the manager's discretion. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: 8WBUNH
Family-friendly guardian dogs may occasionally join your claim panning tour.
Wear shoes with good traction that you don't mind getting wet, and dress for the forecasted weather. You'll hike in the forest and move buckets of dirt down a hillside.
Big Thunder Gold Mine, 604 Blair Street, Keystone, SD 57751
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