El Dorado Canyon, Natural canyon in Clark County, Nevada, United States
The canyon features steep walls of rock formations along its length, creating natural pathways that lead toward the Colorado River at Nelson's Landing.
Mining operations began in 1857 when Captain George Alonzo Johnson discovered deposits of gold and silver, leading to the establishment of multiple mining camps.
The Techatticup Mine within El Dorado Canyon represents the mining heritage of Nevada through guided tours and preserved mining structures.
Access to the canyon requires travel through unpaved roads, and visitors should bring water supplies due to the high temperatures in the desert environment.
The canyon contains several abandoned mining sites from the 1800s, including the remnants of stamp mills used to process precious metals.
Location: Clark County
GPS coordinates: 35.70778,-114.70806
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
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