Crystal Gold Mine, Underground gold mine in Shoshone County, Idaho.
The Crystal Gold Mine features underground tunnels where visitors can observe deposits of gold and wire silver within exposed quartz veins along the walls.
First discovered in 1879 by prospector Tom Irwin, the mine remained hidden for decades after its entrance was concealed until its rediscovery in 1991.
The mine preserves original mining equipment and demonstrates traditional techniques like Hand Steels, Single Jacks, and Double Jacks used during the 1880s gold rush.
Located at 51931 Silver Valley Road, the mine offers guided tours from 9 AM to 6 PM daily, with RV parking facilities available on site.
Multicolored stalactite crystals of smithsonite coat the mine walls, creating natural mineral formations throughout the underground passages.
Location: Shoshone County
Address: 51931 Silver Valley Road 83837 Kellogg
Opening Hours: 09:00-18:00
Phone: +(208)7834653
Email: crystalgoldmine1881@gmail.com
Website: https://goldmine-idaho.com
GPS coordinates: 47.53230,-116.09206
Latest update: March 2, 2025 19:45
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