Such a wonderful experience. The staff was super friendly and our guide was so patient giving each of us a panning lesson .My family had such fun. I would suggest paying the extra to guarantee finding some gold flakes and garnets .
July 2022
WOW gold mining at the is really really fun and the people and their little store is neat they have some really unique items in there you really should stop in and take a look a lot of fun
January 2021
Such a good feel here, great place very friendly respectful people. A must stop anytime in the area. Always have amazing things great prices too.
Welcome to Matelot Gulch Mining Company! Matelot Gulch Mining Company is located in Columbia State Historic Park! Our corner of the state park is family-friendly, educational, and entertaining. Our shop sells antiques from the 1850s as well as genuine gold nuggets. We also sell jewelry and other great souvenirs! Take your family or school to pan for gold in our realistic vintage mining town! Matelot Gulch Mining Company offers educational packages for schools, that include recreations of the mining town from the 1850s. Our staff is always professional, courteous, and here to provide a wonderful, educational, and fun experience for each of our guests. Winter hours depend on the weather. Visit us today!
