Dells Mining Co. offers a hands-on experience where visitors can mine natural precious and semi-precious gemstones from around the world. Families can sift through sand to discover unique stones, keeping everything they find. The experience is designed to be enjoyable for children, allowing them to explore and learn about the different rocks and their values. The staff is noted for their knowledge and friendliness, sharing details about the gems found. While some reviews mention that the pricing can be on the higher side, with buckets ranging from $15 to $185, many families appreciate the fun and educational aspect of the experience. Customers often choose the lower-priced options, sharing buckets to make the activity more affordable. Each bucket typically includes one cut and polished stone, enhancing the experience of creating custom gemstone jewelry. However, some visitors have expressed dissatisfaction with the push for additional services, such as having stones cut and polished, which can add significant costs. Despite this, Dells Mining Co. remains a popular destination for families looking for a memorable outing in Wisconsin Dells, with two locations serving the area for 30 years. Overall, it is seen as a fun place for a quick, interactive experience with gemstones.
For 20$ plus tax my kid got to shift for rocks for 15 minutes. There was big rocks and tiny one. At the tables they go over the rocks you collect and talk about their value. My kid only cared that there was a big pink rock. This was a nice activity to do with a kid.
June 2024
Kids had a lot of fun shift the sand and discovering the stones. The jewelry settings are reasonably priced. It was a fun experience
July 2023
The kids had so much fun. What a great place and a great time. I also had a lot of fun, and when you are done, they tell you what each crystal is very cool
