Mining for Gems & Fossils

This is the outdoor sluice! There is also an indoor sluice for winter gem mining.
Gem Mining Sluice

Available Year-Round!

Park Hours:
9 am – 6 pm (May 1 – September 30)
10 am – 5 pm (October 1 – April 30)

Indoor Mining equipment
Indoor Gem Mining Sluice (Available in the Winter)

In the gift shop, you may purchase bags of Mining Rough that has been seeded with gemstones, minerals, fossils or arrowheads. Some rough contains emeralds!

Mining Rough ranges in weight from 3 to 20 pounds and prices range from $7.00 to $60.00. We supply all necessary equipment and supplies to make your mining experience an enjoyable one!

This is a very popular activity for groups, as miners learn how to pan for these specimens, identify what they find, and take home a nice collection. Entertaining and educational, Gem Mining is fun for all ages!

What Are People Saying About Us?

We toured the Caverns as part of a surprise trip with our grandson. We all loved it. The caverns are really interesting and the grounds are beautiful. Everything about it was just lovely. I'd go back again for sure. — Elaine
A nice place to cool off underground and see some unique geological features! Rare stalactites and knowledgeable tour guides make this a fun experience for the family. Pack a lunch and enjoy a picnic, visit the gift shop and stop by some of the local businesses while you're there! — Randy
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