Nevada Goldmine and Ghost Town Tour
Discover Nevada's Goldmine Ghost Towns and Hoover Dam on a Unique Boulder City Adventure
Nevada
people
1 participant
hours
- • Explore Nevada's Historic Gold Mine and Ghost Towns
- • Enjoy an Unforgettable 5 to 10 Hour Adventure
- • Visit the Oldest and Richest Mine in Southern Nevada
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Small Group Ghost Town Gold Mine Tour, paired with an awe-inspiring Hoover Dam experience. This unique journey takes you through the heart of Nevada's rich history, where you'll explore captivating ghost towns and experience the majestic engineering marvel of the Hoover Dam. Whether traveling with friends, family, or as part of a small group, this excursion promises exciting discoveries and memorable moments.
The tour unfolds with a visit to the Techatticup Mine, Nevada's oldest and most famed gold mine. Discover remnants of antique tools and artifacts left behind in a setting that has appeared in major motion pictures. Snap photos next to movie props and gain insight into the fascinating stories of this historic site. Next, take in the breathtaking views at the Hoover Dam, one of the largest and most powerful dams in the world. A visit to the charming Nelson Ghost Town, with its Wild West history and restored buildings, completes the adventure, offering a glimpse into the lawless past of Nevada's mining era.
This Small Group Ghost Town Gold Mine Tour with Hoover Dam Experience makes a fantastic gift for adventurers, history enthusiasts, and anyone looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of Nevada's landscapes. Treat loved ones to a day filled with exploration and excitement, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Don't miss the chance to share this remarkable journey with someone special!
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Experience Overview:
Small Group Ghost Town Gold Mine Tour With Hoover Dam ExperienceThis is truly a unique and adventurous trip that will forever live in your memories by exploring goldmine, ghost town and the Hoover Dam with a small group of likeminded travelers (maximum 12 pax)! You’ll get to experience the Techatticup Mine, Nevada’s oldest and richest, where you will see the remains of old world tools and other artifacts. An unforgettable location that was used in 2 motion pictures with many movie props left behind featuring a crashed airplane. You can count on this tour being an unforgettable experience!
What's included:
- Entry into Red Rock Canyon (if you upgrade your tour package)
- Unlimited Water
- Entry into Hoover Dam if it's open. If not, we will stop at big-horn sheep park.
- Entry into Techatticup Mine Tour
What to expect:
Duration: between 5 hours and 10 hours
Mike O'Callaghan - Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge
27953, 28689 Great Basin Hwy, Boulder City, 89005, Nevada
We will make a photo stop at the second largest Dam in the united states! Built in 1931 the Hoover Dam was the largest and most powerful Dam in the world until 1940! Hoover Dam was so large it spawned a city know was Boulder City (Largest city in Nevada). You will have an opportunity to walk on the second tallest bridge in the USA and step right over the border of Nevada and Arizona! Make sure to bring your fully charged photo device as this location is know for its beautiful picturesque views of the Hoover Dam and other scenic views!
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Nelson Ghost Town
Nelson Cutoff Rd, Nelson, 89046, Nevada
During the late 1800’s, Nelson was extremely remote at the time with the nearest law enforcement in Hiko, NV about 200 miles away. This created lawlessness in true Wild West fashion with many prospectors being Civil War deserters with Renegade Indians hiding out in the canyons. After some time, the minors formed factions between Northern and Southern sympathizers which led to more feuding in the canyon, and killings, which at one point was everyday. There was a renegade Indian named “Queho”who was reportedly Nevada’s first serial killer near the area whose last killing was near the Techatticup Mine in 1919. Nelson was rebuilt after 50 years of inactivity with many buildings being restored to resemble the old mining town. Nelson was also used for two motion pictures, both starring Kurt Russell, Breakdown (1997) & 3000 miles to Graceland (2001). Since then, Nelson has been a destination for wedding photography, photo shoots, and a historical stop on the way to the Colorado River.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Eldorado Canyon Mine Tours
16880 State Hwy 165, Nelson, Nevada
The Techatticup Mine Tour is one-hour and 0.25 miles long on gravel that is only one level. This is the oldest mine, and richest, in Southern nevada from 1861 to 1945, where you will see the quartz veins the gold and silver were mined from. The name “Techatticup” derives from the Paiute Indian word for hungry, a term often heard by early settlers from the starving Indians inhabiting the Dry Hills.
1 hour, 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Spring Mountain Ranch State Park
6375 Nv-159, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, Blue Diamond, 89004, Nevada
(If you upgrade your tour package)
Located 17-miles to the west of the Las Vegas Strip and next to Red Rock Canyon sits Spring Mountain State Park. This is simply a spectacular place to watch the sunset!
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Product SKU: US-16810-0002
Nevada Goldmine, Ghost Town, and Hoover Dam Adventure
Nevada
people
1 participant
hours
- • Explore Nevada's Historic Gold Mine and Ghost Towns
- • Enjoy an Unforgettable 5 to 10 Hour Adventure
- • Visit the Oldest and Richest Mine in Southern Nevada
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