Gold Bug Park & Mine

  
 
 
 
  
 
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 Bob F 
 
10 days ago
 
 
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If you're interested in mining this is a fantastic find. Track, stopes, square timbering, ore carts and chutes, and best of all an actual vien of ore to see. It's not huge, but has it all in one place. 100% recommended.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Manny D 
 
40 days ago
 
 
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Interesting, and the Blacksmith was a trove of good information
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Brenda L 
 
53 days ago
 
 
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Loved the experience,  on our drivedown from apple hill decided to stop and have a look at the mine. Volunteer and workers were very informative and friendly.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jana S 
 
92 days ago
 
 
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Good little park for picnics and short trail walks, exploring the gold mine and the stamp mill.  Flush toilets and fresh water provided, along with gift shop and gazebo area.  Plenty of shade and wildlife.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Zuliya A 
 
98 days ago
 
 
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Gold Bug Park offers an amazing and authentic opportunity to experience the California gold rush history. We were absolutely thrilled with the tour inside the mine itself (Gold Bug Mine). For safety, hard hats are required and provided at the entrance, and it is very cool and atmospheric inside. By the way, if you want, you can take a special audio guide device, which perfectly replaces live guides and allows you to explore everything at your own pace. However, you can also encounter regular guided tours inside the mine, so we managed to stand aside for a bit and listen to the interesting stories from the local guides. Inside the shaft walls, you can even see shiny pieces with your own eyes that look very much like real gold! It was fascinating to see the authentic underground rails and an old ore cart still sitting on the tracks.The park also features a massive historic stamp mill building with impressive, towering vintage machinery from the 19th century. Make sure to visit Hattie's museum and gift shop afterward. They have an excellent 'hands-on' mineral table where you can examine real rocks, alongside shelves filled with all kinds of souvenirs to remember your trip. For example, we bought some great, unique pens containing real gold pieces ✍️✨The park territory is clean, well-maintained, and surrounded by beautiful nature and scenic hiking trails. Highly recommended to visit!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Mariana M 
 
136 days ago
 
 
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Good my place to bring my 2 year old to explore without having to pay a fortune. Shaded areas are nice when it's hot out.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Dan H 
 
138 days ago
 
 
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This mine interesting as a historical 1880s gold mine in Placerville, CA. Small gift shop with great selection and they offer panning for gems for the kids. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Visitors can (for a fee) take the self guided audio walking tour through part of the original tunnels and experience what early miners endured. Hardhats are mandatory and if you're over 5'10' you will understand why. It was 55f inside the mine. There are bathrooms and picnic areas available.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Michael S 
 
139 days ago
 
 
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Very interesting experience with the history of gold mining in California, would recommend a visit
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Daniel K 
 
146 days ago
 
 
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The audio tour was really nice. The mine doesnt go to deep but has allot of nice stuff to look at. It is pretty cold in the mine so bringing a jacket might ne a good idea. The gem paning has allot of different small gems. The $5 for panning is well worth it. Really a kid freindly trip or for anyone interested in the old mines.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Carolyn C 
 
153 days ago
 
 
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Fun and informative. Bring a flashlight and a sweater because the mine can be a little chilly. Wear comfortable shoes. A good outing for the family.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Marques M 
 
172 days ago
 
 
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This was an amazing experience for the whole family. We got the chance to see both mines. I would highly recommend this place. The giving the guided tour was extremely knowledgeable and we appreciate him.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Gary C 
 
184 days ago
 
 
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Great experience of a real California mine to get a sense of the dangerous work of miners in the late 1840's
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Joey W 
 
201 days ago
 
 
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We had an amazing and educational visit to Gold Bug Park! It was the perfect stop for our family. The highlight of our trip was meeting the incredible blacksmith—he was so engaging and knowledgeable, making the history of the Gold Rush come alive for our kids. My son loved the gem panning, and the mine tour was fascinating (and cool!). It’s rare to find a place that is both authentic and fun for all ages. Highly recommend this for families looking for a real California history experience!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Dan C 
 
226 days ago
 
 
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One hell of a cute park. Many thanks to the city of Placerville for creating this park. I understand that there were many volunteers' hours involved in its creation, my thanks to all of them.
Love the mine and stamp mill.
Covered picnic tables along the creek are nice touch.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Aaron B 
 
269 days ago
 
 
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Really wonderfully preserved gold mine from long ago, brought alive by the knowledgeable volunteers!
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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