Country Boy Mine
A historic gold mine worked since 1887, where you can tour the mine shaft, pan for gold by the stream and ride an ore chute, making it good for families.
The mine lies in French Gulch on the east side of town and once produced gold, silver, lead and zinc. A local guide leads you through roughly 300 meters of mine tunnels, explaining mining techniques of the gold rush era and the lives of miners. Above ground, you can pan for gold in the stream and keep the gold dust you find, feed the donkeys on the mine grounds, and in winter ride a sled. The mine interior stays at about 7°C year-round, so bring a jacket. It is about 5 minutes by car from the town center.
Opening hours
Daily, approx. 10:00–16:00 (seasonal adjustments)
Nearby sights
- Isak Heartstone Troll
- Barney Ford House Museum
- Breckenridge Main Street Historic District
- BreckConnect Gondola
- Breckenridge Ski Resort
- Boreas Pass
- Mohawk Lakes
- Sapphire Point Overlook