Renowned for the Carlin Trend, a globally significant gold deposit. Visitors can pan in rivers, use metal detectors, or tour commercial mines for hands-on gold prospecting experiences.
Famous for lode and placer mining, particularly at Tarryall Creek and counties like Gilpin, Teller, and Summit. Offers diverse opportunities for both amateur and professional gold seekers.
Challenges with rugged terrain but offers guided tours in Skagway's wilderness. Adventurers and recreational prospectors can pan for gold, experiencing Alaska's wild beauty and gold mining heritage.
Mining districts such as Elizabethtown Baldy and Pinos Altos are known for dry washer methods in streams. Bear Creek is notable for its placer gold, inviting history enthusiasts.
Panning hotspots near Tellico Plains and Monroe County, with historical sites like Coker Creek offering accessible gold panning along scenic rivers and creeks.
Boasts a rich gold mining history since 1852. Jackson, Coos, and Curry counties offer prime panning spots along rivers like the Applegate and Rogue, blending natural beauty with gold discovery.
Home to Reed Gold Mine, where the first documented US gold find occurred in 1799. Visitors can tour this historic site and learn about America's gold rush history.