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Monday 10am - 3pm Tuesday 11am - 3pm Wednesday 11am - 3pm Thursday 11am - 3pm Friday 11am - 3pm Saturday 10am - 4:30pm Sunday 10am - 4pm

Gold Rush Mining Adventures

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Gold Rush Mining Adventures

We are the most unique mining attraction and gift store in Big Bear Lake, California! If you like to discover real gold, gemstones, and more.

Our mining attraction is perfect for ALL AGES to enjoy! We are not just for kids but also for teens, adults, and seniors. Our mining options are developed to entice all ages as well as budgets. Easy, fun, and exciting....We offer many "themed" mining options to choose from. The themes are varied and so are the treasures within them. Try one or more and take home a bounty of gemstones. Due to the n

ature of the products, no two are exactly the same within the same theme. The first step is to choose which theme appeals to you. Depending upon your choice you will use a different method of discovery. Some themes are developed to use the water sluice, some are for the digging station, etc. Whichever you choose, all are done right on site and are convenient, fun, and easy to do. Our Story:
Featured in news print, magazines as well as on the lifestyle television show of “This is LA”, we are the most unique, immersive and interactive gift store and attraction dedicated to the mining theme. Designed to appeal and satisfy all ages as well as a wide range of interests in elements of the earth and beyond. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a diverse array of interesting artifacts and museum replicas showcased among the selections of jewelry, toys, souvenirs and more. Our one of a kind location takes visitors back in time. Learn about the history of the Gold Rush era in Big Bear. Enjoy a glimpse of the past by walking the weathered boardwalk of the Glitter Gulch Ghost Town. The towns afterlife abounds with its own personality, photo opts are abundant and encouraged! Pan for real gold and gemstones, take home what you find! The themes are varied and so are the treasures within them, no two are exactly the same within the same theme. Try one or more and take home a bounty of gemstones!

01/11/2025

Good afternoon, Come down and see us lots of fun for the whole family. Fun things to do and buy. come join our team

12/30/2024

Hi Ya'LL!! Just want to say , "Thank you to all our customers that visited us at Gold Rush Mining Adventures, this Holiday Season!" And.. A EVEN "BIGGER SHOUT OUT TO OUR LOYAL CUSTOMERS,THAT have continued to visit us year, after year." YOU ALL ARE AWESOME! And, if u haven't came by Gold Rush Mining ... Please do!

12/27/2024

howdy, everyone happy holidays come on down to goldrush and have fun with the whole family a lot of actives and fun for everyone. our team is ready to make your day an amazing one.

12/21/2024

Howdy Folks! So, a little Birdy told me that Santa's coming to Gold Rush Mining Adventures this weekend! Come and Pan for Treasure with Santa, this Saturday and Sunday afternoon!

12/02/2024

Howdy ya'll!!!! I just wanted to thank are fantastic customers for visiting us this Thanksgiving holiday weekend of 2024!! Always a blessing to see these beautiful smiles.

"A special shout out to this adorable family, the Mama, the daughter and Grammy, this is their 5th Year spending Thanksgiving with us and it's so awesome to see your daughter grow more and more in love with these crystals, every year. So glad to be a part of it!"

"Thank you so much for the gifts, I loved them and ate them!" -Rudi :)

12/01/2024

Good morning Ya'll come on down to Gold rush mining today and have a lot of fun. There is a lot of fun for the whole family. A lot of activities for everyone and see our amazing team they will make your experience amazing and perfect.

11/27/2024

We will be Closed on Thanksgiving Day. And back to business on Friday! Come on by! Crack a geode! Find some gold. Get your favorite crystal.
(Open Sat & Sun 10am-4:30p, Sun 10:00-3p)

11/22/2024

howdy ya'll come down to goldrush and have fun. Fun for the whole family. A fun experience, lot's of fun things to do also fun things to buy. Come on down and meet our amazing staff and be prepared for a great experience and amazing memories.

11/20/2024

good morning come down and visit us lots of fun things for the whole family

11/14/2024

howdy come join us this weekend for fun adventures lots of fun things to experience fun friendly staff and more fun for the whole family

11/03/2024

howdy ya'll come down to see us fun for the whole family a lot of fun activities to do.

10/20/2024

Howdy Folks!
Just want to inform ya'll that we will be closed on the following days:
Mon. 10/21
Tue. 10/22
Wed. 10/23 &
Thur. 10/24 .... Due to Road Closures for The Caltrans State Route 18 Pavement Project.
We will Re-Open Fri. 10/25 @ 10:00am - 2:00pm

09/20/2024

Hi Folks!!! "We Are Open!"
Come pan some Gold with us!
Crack some Geodes with us!
Find some Rocks, Gems and Crystals with us!

09/16/2024

Hi Folks! Just want to let y'all know...that Big Bear is doing just fine! Gold Rush Mining Adventures wants to thank all the FANTASTIC FIRE fighters. as well as everyone who helped out with this fire...in any kinda' way. ThanK yoU! THANK you! ThANk YOU!

"BIG BEAR STRONG"!

Gold Rush Mining Co., will be Closed TFN.
****(You can always call the office....and make sure we are Open at #(909)866-5678.)*****

08/19/2024

"Happy Birthday to You .. 🥳🎉🥳🎉
Happy Birthday to You!.....🎉🥳😁"
Another beautiful, happy, lucky customers. Sharing her Joy with ya'll!
Have a great day Folks!
"Stop by, visit, come on in and get some Joyful Rocks and Crystals for yourself, too!"

07/05/2024

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND, FOLKS! If it's Gold, Crystals, Fossils or Geodes that you may be looking for.. We have it all! Come on down to Gold Rush Mining Adventures and get yours today!
" Loving this Big Bear Life! "😀

06/18/2024

Howdy ya'll! Family with some awesome customers from Las Vegas, getting in on some action and getting some more crystals and gems for their personal rock collection.
"Come on in and let's see what you get!"
Until then .. Have a great week, ya'll!

Address

40016 Big Bear Boulevard
Big Bear Lake, CA
92315

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 3pm
Tuesday	11am - 3pm
Wednesday	11am - 3pm
Thursday	11am - 3pm
Friday	11am - 3pm
Saturday	10am - 4:30pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

(909) 866-5678

Website

https://www.goldrushminingco.com/

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Howdy ya'll!!!! I just wanted to thank are fantastic customers for visiting us this Thanksgiving holiday weekend of 2024!! Always a blessing to see these beautiful smiles. "A special shout out to this adorable family, the Mama, the daughter and Grammy, this is their 5th Year spending Thanksgiving with us and it's so awesome to see your daughter grow more and more in love with these crystals, every year. So glad to be a part of it!" "Thank you so much for the gifts, I loved them and ate them!" -Rudi :)

Howdy folks! Come on in to #goldrushmining, and experience our Pearl Harvest Activity! You will get to open your own oyster, and take home your very own pearl, today!

"Happy Memorial Day" from Gold Rush Mining Adventures

Howdy Folks! Rudi w/ Gold Rush Mining Adventures & wanted to give a shot out to the best Customers, Ever! "Ya'll Rock!" & TY for stopping by. I've met some awesome ppl, love the conversation&enjoy all the smiles!

Hi folks! Rudi here from Gold Rush Mining Adventures ! We have new product.. New Geodes! Come crack one open with me... . This Beautiful Geode, opened up to show off it's true colors... both Amethyst and Citrine; "Ametrine". Ametrine: Ametrine calms the mind by clearing stress and tension from the head. Balances and soothes emotions and relieves depression. Ametrine overcomes prejudice by enhancing compatibility and acceptance of others. It stimulates creativity and supports taking control of one’s own life. Strengthens concentration, bringing clarity, and harmonising perception and action. Ametrine instigates change and eases transition. Ametrine strengthens the immune system and aids the autonomic nervous system. It heals physical, mental and emotional exhaustion. Alleviates allergies and digestive disorders.

Hey Folks! Here's a little ReeL of an adorable, eager to learn customers of ours Sifting with me, here Gold Rush Mining Adventures ! Beautiful! Love all the colors! (Treasure Trove Activity)

#goldrushminingco "WwwAAAAAAiiiiiTTT! Stop.The CARRRR. I see a ROCKKK!" Says,"Every rock lover, everywhere." (Even in the snow,.you ask? Yup!Yup!At Gold Rush Mining Adventures , even in the snow.)

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Our Story

Featured in news print, magazines as well as on the lifestyle television show of “This is LA”, we are the most unique, immersive and interactive gift store and attraction dedicated to the mining theme. Designed to appeal and satisfy all ages as well as a wide range of interests in elements of the earth and beyond. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a diverse array of interesting artifacts and museum replicas showcased among the selections of jewelry, toys, souvenirs and more.

Our one of a kind location takes visitors back in time. Learn about the history of the Gold Rush era in Big Bear. Enjoy a glimpse of the past by walking the weathered boardwalk of the Glitter Gulch Ghost Town. The towns afterlife abounds with its own personality, photo opts are abundant and encouraged! Pan for real gold and gemstones, take home what you find!

Easy, fun, and exciting....We offer many "themed" mining options to choose from. The themes are varied and so are the treasures within them, no two are exactly the same within the same theme. Try one or more and take home a bounty of gemstones!