Phoenix Gold Mine

Category: Tourist attraction

Address: 800 Trail Creek Rd, Idaho Springs, CO 80452, USA

Phone: +13035670422

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–6PM

Monday: 10AM–5PM

Tuesday: 10AM–5PM

Wednesday: 10AM–5PM

Thursday: 10AM–5PM

Friday: 10AM–6PM

Saturday: 10AM–6PM

Reviews

Ashlai Michelle

May 19, 2022

We loved it our guide was funny and super friendly. He answered every question we anyone had and was knowledgeable. Everyone was really nice, and we got to feed super cute chipmunks! It’s was so interesting learning new things and seeing them for yourself. Def recommend!

Tayter Tot

Apr 23, 2022

There are a lot of mines to choose from but I HIGHLY recommend this one. They have chipmunks that you can feed and that was a lot of fun. Guides were great and it is definitely a lot of history and science discussion, as well as gold panning at the end. Love their gift shop that is in an old school bus.

Selena Borek

Jan 3, 2022

A truly unique, family-owned mine. We had the pleasure of getting one of the owners give us a tour. He was so sweet and extremely knowledgeable about not just mining and it’s history, but also scientific processes, chemistry, and more. It was so incredible to get a tour from a miner himself. Truly appreciated his time, attention, and magnitude of information! If you’re in the area I highly recommend it. On top of that, the gold panning is fun (but not easy!!).

Gabriel Phoenix

Nov 20, 2021

Wonderful family owned real gold mine! This place is truly GOLDEN. Don’t miss it! Friendly and very knowledgeable staff guide you through the retired portion working gold mine. Fascinating, informative, and interactive. Witness a true gold vein INSIDE a mountain and hear stories of Colorado’s gold mining heyday on a ~40 minute walking tour. Learn interesting facts about the mining process and how it affects our modern lives. Then, pan for real gold you can take home and enjoy forever!

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Questions & Answers

Do you get to keep What you find out have a souvenir bag?

Heather Modisette | May 23, 2021
Wes Henderson | May 24, 2021

Absolutely!! Theyll sell u a little vile for a couple bucks and use a pipet to drop your gold in.

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How old is Phoenix Gold Mine?

Aarón Quintanar | Mar 24, 2022
beckie mosch | Mar 25, 2022

The Phoenix Gold Mine was found in 1871. It was mined from 1908 to 1942. Opened for tours in 1988.

How much time should we allot to spend on a mine tour and panning? Thanks!

Barbara Barsch | Aug 26, 2021
Elizabeth Sweeney | Aug 27, 2021

the tour is about an hour, depending on how many questions are asked it could go a little longer, but you can stay and pan as long as you like!

Is this tour handicap accesible?

Sonya Halamicek | May 23, 2020
Kevroc | May 24, 2020

Unfortunately not wheelchair accessible.

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Does anyone know if this place is drug friendly?

MARIA SCOTT | May 23, 2020
Kevroc | May 24, 2020

You should use all regular common sense regarding marijuana in public in Colorado. It is not appropriate around the mine as there are children and other industrial dangers.

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What are admission prices? Are the tours by reservation/appointment only?

Katy Savage | May 24, 2019
Peter Armlovich | May 25, 2019

Not sure what the current price is, but you can just show up and sign in for the next available tour. Typically not a long wait. Still might want to call ahead.

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What is the cost per person?

Mary Ellen Schott | May 24, 2018
Bryan Goar | May 25, 2018

Adult tour and pan combo is $15, adult tour only is $10, and adult pan only is also $10. Kid (Under 12) tour is $5, kids pan free. Large group deals are available, and must be pre arranged by phone.

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