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Get hands on with real equipment in Breckenridge's only REAL goldmine tour
Explore our historic mine workings
Meet Betsy, our old farm truck
Slide the 55' ore chute!
Meet our crazy team of Gold Rush Experience actors

Real Gold Mine Tour with, gold panning and more

By Country Boy Mine
10 out of 10
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Overview

Discover the authentic and captivating Country Boy Mine on this exciting and educational tour. Dating back to 1887, Country Boy Mine offers a unique opportunity to explore the history of mining towns in the olden days. This interactive tour allows you to delve into the fascinating world of mining in Breckenridge, with the only real open mine in the area. Recently recognised by Michelin Green Guide as one of the Top Experiences in Colorado!

As part of your visit, you will also have the chance to try your hand at gold panning. Learn the techniques utilised by prospectors and experience the thrill of discovering gold for yourself (and keep your GOLD).

During the summer months, spend some quality time with our friendly burros, who love to roam around the site. These adorable miniature donkeys will bring a smile to your face as you pet and feed them.

Tour Includes:
• 1,000 Foot Underground Gold Mine Tour
• Gold Panning
• Slide the Ore Chute
• Burros
• Historic Walk

Activity location

  • Country Boy Mine
    • 0542 French Gulch Road
    • 80424, Breckenridge, Colorado, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Country Boy Mine
    • 0542 French Gulch Road
    • 80424, Breckenridge, Colorado, United States

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGold Panning
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Fees and Taxes

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Rocky Mountains
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
In the midst of the majestic Rocky Mountains, the Country Boy Mine was one of the largest and most famous gold mines in Breckenridge, Colorado. Today, we invite you to visit the Country Boy Mine and enjoy the many activities the mine has to offer. Join us for a mine tour into a real gold mine at this historic restored mining site. While at the mine you can also gold pan, pet the burros, slide down the 55 foot ore chute, explore the authentic mine site, view the exhibits and equipment that were used in the mine and visit the general store. The Country Boy Mine has been offering mine tours for over 20 years. The Country Boy Mine is located 2 miles from city centre Breckenridge in Summit County, Colorado.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESCountry Boy Mine
    • 0542 French Gulch Road
    • 80424, Breckenridge, Colorado, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLECountry Boy Mine
    • 0542 French Gulch Road
    • 80424, Breckenridge, Colorado, United States

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