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Step Back In Time to The 1890s Black Hills Gold Rush with Gold Mine Tour and Panning Lesson (Up to 41% Off)

Big Thunder Gold Mine
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susan
28 days ago
Had a great time here. Good for kids and grown ups. had great fun panning for gold and actually found a couple gold flakes.

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Explore the rich history of the Black Hills on an immersive walking tour through an authentic 1890s gold mine experience.

Step into the shoes of a 19th-century prospector with Big Thunder Gold Mine's exciting experience! Start by learning the art of gold panning using real sediment from the mineral-rich waters of Battle Creek—who knows what treasures you'll uncover?

Dive deep into the rich history of the Black Hills with an immersive walking tour of an authentic 1890s gold mine. Perfect for all ages, this hands-on adventure brings the golden days of mining to life, just steps from the bustling Keystone strip!

What We Offer

Walking Tour of Gold Mine for Two with Optional One Pan Walking Tour of Gold Mine for Four with Optional Two Pans Group Walking Tour and Panning Lesson for up to 15 People with 5 Pans

  • Panning Lesson: Learn the ropes of gold panning and placer mining with our convenient and affordable On-Site Gold Panning, using sediment from the mineral-rich waters of Battle Creek
  • Walking Tour of Gold Mine: Located just off the hustling and bustling Keystone strip, Big Thunder Gold Mine invites visitors of all ages and abilities to join while exploring the mining history of the Black Hills as told throughout an immersive tour of the authentic 1890s gold mine.

Why You Should Grab The Offer

Big Thunder Gold Mine offers family-friendly fun, adventure, and education for all ages. Purchased by the McLain family in 1993, the mine has since transformed into a mega attraction, blending history with hands-on activities. Visitors can step back in time to the 1890s Black Hills Gold Rush through immersive mine tours that are wheelchair and stroller accessible, making it perfect for families, reunions, or road trips.

The on-site gold panning experience teaches guests how to pan like the old-time miners, and they get to keep whatever treasures they find. For an even deeper adventure, the half-day Claim Panning by historic Battle Creek provides an authentic gold-panning experience in mineral-rich waters. With a 4.8-star rating on Groupon backed by over 1,600 reviews, Big Thunder Gold Mine promises a memorable and educational experience where history comes to life.

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susan
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35 ratings|26 reviews
Had a great time here. Good for kids and grown ups. had great fun panning for gold and actually found a couple gold flakes.
Marjan
Top reviewer
17 ratings|15 reviews
Very friendly staff and a great souvenir store !!
Emily
1 rating|1 review
Great family experience. The kids had a blast with the panning for gold!
Kylie
2 ratings|1 review
Rich was a fantastic tour guide. We were unsure if this was going to be a tourist trap but we were extremely impressed with the experience. One full hour tour for 2 adults at about $16 total - you can’t beat it. Really cool way to learn about mining industry and have the opportunity to go into the mine
Faith
2 ratings|1 review
The guy Joe was great we found it interesting that we’d been here more than 20 years ago. In the story of the mind had changed or been updated.

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