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Gold Rush - Guided Hiking & Gold Panning Tour

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Gold Rush Guided Hiking and Gold Panning Tour
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Take a hike through Arizona’s Bradshaw Mountains, one of the richest gold-filled ranges in the US, on this hiking tour. Join a small group and hike through rugged landscapes, learning about local mining history from your guide. Once you reach the Agua Fria River, set out to pan for gold, keeping any of your shiny findings, and then hike back up to the canyon.
  • Observe local flora and fauna while you hike
  • Enjoy sweeping views of the Bradshaw Mountains
  • Learn about the US gold rush in Arizona
  • A small group means a personalized experience

What's Included

  • Guide
  • Gold Panning Equipment
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel Transportation
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Arizona Outdoor Fun Adventures & Tours
    61112 Black Canyon Fwy, New River, AZ 85087, USA

    Search “Arizona Outdoor Fun Tours and Adventures” to find us with GPS apps.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Agua Fria River

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Must be 18+ to book with a valid ID and credit or debit card
  • Must be 7+ to participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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No gold just the scenery
Enedelia_R, Apr 2024
I was a bit disappointed with this experience. Riley was our tour guide and it was just myself and my friend whom booked this experience. Upon arrival we headed down the trail to the river spot where we were going to do the mining. Please bring water shoes as they will come in handy and wear shorts or pants that can easily be pulled up. We didn’t venture out to dig it was all within the same spot and to be honest there wasn’t much of anything. We didn’t find but one or 2 flakes of gold more like specs but you do find cool rocks. At the end Riley will put all your finding in a bottle for you but to be honest I would recommend you do this step yourself to avoid losing your findings. Bring a magnet, it should help sort.
Fun, worth the trip
Karolynn_C, Mar 2024
Had a blast and found some gold. Our guide Sam was informative and friendly. I recommend taking shoes off and getting in the water for a good pan.
not a super easy hike
Lauren_K, Oct 2023
Our guide was very nice but not very knowledgeable, he couldn’t tell us what the different kinds of rocks we were finding were. That wasn’t that big of a deal but what was upsetting was him getting lost on our way back to the start. He kept changing directions and led us up steep exchanges and through very thorny brush. After the heat and the elevation getting to us, the last thing we needed was to get scratched up and bleeding, which is exactly what happened.
Response from Host, Oct 2023
We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your feedback on your recent tour experience. We are truly sorry to hear that your tour didn't meet your expectations and sincerely apologize for the challenges you encountered during your adventure. We take all feedback seriously, and your honest review helps us identify areas for improvement. Rest assured, we have already addressed the concerns you raised with our team to prevent any future occurrences of similar issues. We value your satisfaction and would like to make amends for the experience you had. We would like to invite you back for another tour to give you the experience you should have had initially. Our team is committed to providing you with an informative, safe, and enjoyable adventure. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we appreciate your willingness to give us a second chance to make your visit a memorable one. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us to arrange your return visit. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to the opportunity to exceed your expectations.
Struck Gold!
kathleen_V, Feb 2023
Daryn was a top notch guide! We found gold! He loves his job and it shows- so knowledgeable and a great experience
I did this on a whim. I...
Anonymous, Nov 2022
I did this on a whim. I was very amazed! The guide was knowledgeable and fun. The area we panned for gold in was beautiful and this is a great way to see a part of Arizona not everyone gets to see!

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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