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    Kenai Lake Gold Panning Boat Tour

    Pan for gold at an active claim after a scenic Kenai Lake boat ride

    5.0 stars• 92 reviews
    From$118/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 hours

    Ideal For

    2 to 6 people

    Includes

    Boat ride, mine tour, gold panning

    Highlights

    Explore Kenai Lake by motorboat en route to Devil's Canyon Mining Camp. Learn gold-panning basics beside a glacial stream and keep the gold you pan.

    • Take in mountain views across Kenai Lake
    • Explore an active mining camp beside a glacial stream
    • Listen for a nearby waterfall from the lake shore
    • Practice gold-panning techniques with gold concentrates
    • Pack wet-weather gear, water, snacks, and binoculars
    • Consider bringing rubber boots, which are recommended but not required

    Important details

    • Arrive 10 to 15 minutes before your scheduled departure

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with at least 30 days' notice before the tour date. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.

    FAQs

    Wear warm layers and consider wet-weather gear (jacket, hat, and gloves). Rubber boots are recommended but not required. You can also bring binoculars, water, and snacks.

    Yes. A deposit applies, and the remaining balance is automatically charged to the card on file 7 days before your tour date. You can also pay the balance at least 10 days before the tour date to confirm your booking.

    If you book within 72 hours, you need to confirm details before you go.

    Meeting details

    Prospector John's Gift Store, 21849 Sterling Highway, Cooper Landing, AK 99572

    Experience provided by Alaska Gold Panning with Prospector John

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    First time in Alaska and decided to take a little excursion while we were here. We had the best time ever! Prospector John was super funny, very informative and once we arrived to the claim Curtis took us on a little adventure to see the mechanics of everything! We had the best day! Thank you so much for our adventure!

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    Seanda Cantu

    July 7, 2026

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    5/5

    First time in Alaska and decided to take a little excursion while we were here. We had the best time ever! Prospector John was super funny, very informative and once we arrived to the claim Curtis took us on a little adventure to see the mechanics of everything! We had the best day! Thank you so much for our adventure!

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    Seanda Cantu

    July 7, 2026

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