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What to Expect at the Argo Mill Tour

Plan to be on the tour at the Argo for an hour and a half to two hours for the full experience. Each professionally guided tour of the Argo Mill and Tunnel takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. A gold panning lesson and experience, which lasts about 20 minutes, is also included with every Argo Mill and Tunnel tour.

Following the tour of the Argo Mill and Tunnel, each tour guest will get a gold panning lesson using a sample with real gold ore. You keep what you find!

Learn about the history behind the tunnel, mill, and mines.

LEARN MORE ABOUT ITS HISTORY

Online Reservations

Online reservations are recommended and can be made any time up to two hours prior to the tour. Walk-in Argo Mill tours are first come, first served. Tours start promptly at the top of the hour. Reservations are required for groups larger than 25. Scroll down to find pricing and booking for group reservations. If you have any questions, you can always call (303) 567-2421.

  1. Admission Rates

    • Adults $30
    • Children (ages 5–16) $20
    • Children age 1-4* $4
    • *No cost for infants
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  2. Just Want to Pan?

    Gold panning is available for guests who do not purchase a tour, and you can purchase extra miners bags if you want to test your new panning skills again.

    Panning prices are:

    • Guaranteed Placer Gold $16
    • Guaranteed Gemstones $12

Group Reservations

NOTE: We are currently taking online reservations for groups of 15 or more. Please call ahead to accommodate groups of 16 or more. 

The Argo Mill Tour is a favorite educational and entertaining outing for many schools who bring students from all grade levels, including engineering students and professionals from all over the world. Educators can use resources from the Minerals Education Coalition’s (MEC) in partnership with the Mighty Argo to provide a rich, hands-on historical experience. Because of the historic significance and impact that the Argo Mill and Tunnel played in local and state mining history, it was placed on the National Historic Register by the Department of the Interior in 1978.

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Tour Safety Information

For the safety and protection of our young visitors, all children under 40 inches tall on the Argo Mill Tour must be accompanied by an adult who holds their hand or carries them through the tunnel.

Plan your visit for your Argo Mill Tour and note important information about our cancellation policy, pet policy, and more.

 

Hours of Operation

Hours of Operation
Note: Our schedule is subject to change it is recommended to book online or call ahead to confirm availability.

Hours The Mercantile is open 7 days a week from 10 am to 6 pm, our last guided tour is variable by season.

*Winter hours of Operation: 10 AM – 5 PM*

Please arrive at least 15 minutes ahead of your tour. Group rates are available to 25+ persons only and reservations are required.*