Are you ready to strike it rich and have some fun along the way? The Eagle Mining Co. in Julian, California is an enjoyable day trip for the whole family. You can pan for gold, tour a real gold mine, and learn all about California’s rich mining history on an informative guided tour led by friendly professionals.

You can book an hour-long tour at The Eagle Mining Co. for $15 for adults and $8 for kids. Children age four and younger are only $1.
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The tour takes you through the 1870s mining operations and includes tools and artifacts from the time period. This mine was part of the gold rush of 200 mines that brought people out west seeking out riches and opportunity.
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Part of the guided tour includes gold panning. Kids love to gather around to learn the gold panning techniques and look for golden flakes in the sediment.
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The setup resembles a river, so you can practice panning for gold in a real-life setting. First, you’ll want to dip your pan into the water and scoop up the rocks and sand.
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Keep your eye out for the gold flakes that sink to the bottom. They might be small, but you’ll know it when you see them!
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Perhaps the most memorable part of the tour is going into the old mine. Your guide will tell you all about the history along the way.
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Inside the mine, you can explore the workstation and tools of the miners. It’s fascinating to have this hands-on experience on the tour.
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There’s nothing more exciting than touring an old-fashioned mine and panning for gold. This tour will take you through an important part of California’s history.
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The Eagle Mining Co. helps keep the rich history of the Californian gold mining days alive. While you’re there, you might also want to check out the quaint town of Julian to see all of the historic buildings. Have you ever panned for gold?

To learn more, visit their website and Facebook page for the latest information on hours and how to book a guided tour.

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