Hangtown Gold Bug Park

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2635 Gold Bug Ln
Placerville, CA 95667

Gold Bug Park and Mine, located in Placerville, California, offers visitors a unique experience that transports them back to the Gold Rush era. Guests can explore the historic Gold Bug Mine, participate in gem panning, and enjoy the various attractions, including a mining museum and a historic stamp mill.

The park features a range of educational activities suitable for all ages, including demonstrations in the blacksmith shop and mineral displays. Free admission to the park provides access to its hiking trails and picnic areas, making it an ideal destination for families and history enthusiasts alike.

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jacob s.
9/29/2025

This is a cool trip back in history with a self guided tour i learned a lot about the history of gold mining in an actual gold mine the hardhat made me feel very official lol I was impressed by...

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Wingsdomain ..
8/15/2025

Note, this review of the Placerville Gold Bug Mine is part of a larger review on Placerville, CA which is quite the friendly town with nice folks eager to tell you the history of the town as well...

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Marie S.
4/27/2025

Gold Bug Mine is such a cool experience! It was amazing to walk through an actual mine and listen to all the historical facts during the tour. This place makes for a great educational field trip...

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Shelli H.
5/21/2024

Such a cool stop! We were in hangtown with time to kill and my sweet husband knows I dig this kinda stuff. Entrance is free. It is a really nice park for a picnic and a little hiking. Very...

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Michael F.
10/11/2024

Cool spot with a little self guided cave tour, gem mining, a stamp mill and lots of little hiking trails. The staff were really friendly and the kids had a great time.

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