| West of Rye Patch Placer Mines Rye Patch, NV US Uploaded By Scott (webmaster) Uploaded on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at 11:15:42 AM Viewed 4373 times |
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| Search for gold here according to the Travel Channel's Treasure Wiki Nevada Page. It says: "Grade this location: A+ - This site has produced some valuable gold nuggets, and still produces gold for those who are willing to work hard.
GPS coordinates:
W 118.41856 N 40.62040
Handy to bring along:
1. A good metal detector
2. All the food and equipment you need - there are no supplies or stores.
3. Digging tools GPS coordinates: W 118.41856 N 40.62040 Helpful notes to newcomers: Information and maps of the gold producing area can be found at the following website: http://nevada-outback-gems.com/prospecting_info/majuba_mtns.htm | Directions are also on the Travel Channel's Treasure Wiki Nevada Page. It says: "How to get there: Go north on Highway 80, past Lovelock to the Rye Patch exit. Go west, over the dam, outside the recreation area and head north for about 4 miles. Turn west and head up into the placer gold area. " Again I had to guess at the location. |