Nevada's oldest and richest gold mine in dramatic Eldorado Canyon on the Colorado River. Guided underground mine tours through original tunnels that produced millions in gold, silver, and copper.
Field facts
| Region | Clark County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35.7097, -114.8034 |
| Era | 1861-1942 |
| Tours | Underground mine tours |
| Access | NV-165 through Nelson / Eldorado Canyon to mine tour site |
| Fee | Tour fee required |
| Notable | Largest/most productive mine in Colorado Mining District |
| Safety | Open shafts and unstable mine workings—enter only on authorized guided tours; stay out of unmarked adits |
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Nearby amenities
- Point of interestNelson 110.6 km away
- CampgroundWillow Beach Campground15.5 km away
- Point of interestKiosk17.9 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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