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Add a stop by the Big Thunder Gold Mine to any Greater Mount Rushmore vacation package for a participatory time of exploration on your next getaway. This once functional gold mine is now open to the public for tours. Come learn of the life and working conditions of miners scurrying to strike it rich, and even get the chance to try panning for gold yourself. Experience the rush of gold fever during your next vacation to the Greater Mount Rushmore area with the Big Thunder Gold Mine.
Flexible Dates. Attend Any Day.
Tickets Are Required
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Big Thunder Gold Mine Tour
Enjoy admission to the Big Thunder Gold Mine Tour for the chance to explore an authentic gold mine and try your hand at mining.
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Big Thunder Gold Mine Gold Panning
With the Gold Panning option, you'll be able to experience your own historic adventure by panning for gold in the stream. You will be given a lesson on the correct techniques and you may even strike it rich - and you're guaranteed to find gold! This is a unique experience the whole family can enjoy.
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Big Thunder Gold Mine Tour and Gold Panning
Enjoy admission to the Big Thunder Gold Mine Tour for the chance to explore an authentic gold mine and try your hand at mining. Then pan for gold for a complete experience that will first introduce you to the world of mining and then experience it for yourself.
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The tour lasts about an hour. Most people spend about an hour panning and an hour at the museum.
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Big Thunder Gold Mine Tour:
Enjoy admission to the Big Thunder Gold Mine Tour for the chance to explore an authentic gold mine and try your hand at mining.
Big Thunder Gold Mine Gold Panning:
With the Gold Panning option, you'll be able to experience your own historic adventure by panning for gold in the stream. You will be given a lesson on the correct techniques and you may even strike it rich - and you're guaranteed to find gold! This is a unique experience the whole family can enjoy.
Big Thunder Gold Mine Tour and Gold Panning:
Enjoy admission to the Big Thunder Gold Mine Tour for the chance to explore an authentic gold mine and try your hand at mining. Then pan for gold for a complete experience that will first introduce you to the world of mining and then experience it for yourself.
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