This is a hidden little park. It is fun for all ages. I recommend that you bring a small flashlight with you. More

This is a fun place to visit with the kids, a walk into mine, a gift shop and picnic area. More

Great hiking trails and lots of nature. Terrain can be a little steep in places. The mining displays are very interesting. Have not done the paid mine shaft 'tour'. Picnic area. Stream. All around something for everyone. More

History abounds here. A visit inside the Gold Bug Mine is a must but make sure you wear a coat. More

A must when you are in Placerville. Make sure to take the mine tour and also see the stamp mill. My son especially liked having to wear a hard hat : ) Hands on history is the best way to learn about the gold rush. More

What a great bit of history and the staff there are amazing and funny and sweet! More

I loved the mine and the audio tour. Easy access, even for less mobile persons. Very well constructed stopping points in the mine. Easy to understand. And, just like Disney, has a gift shop at the exit! I would definately return to this park, and recommend it to others. Allow about 30-40 mines for the self-guided tour. More

We specifically made a trip to Placerville to visit the mine with our children ages 16, 10 & 5. We drove from Chico, which is almost 2 1/2 hours away. Before we left we double checked the website which assured us that the mine and the park were open until 4 pm. We arrived at the mine at 3:35. When... More

We visited here over July 4th weekend when temps were in the 90s and really appreciated the mine tour. It was so nice and cool in the mine. The self- audio tour was very informative and let us go at our own pace. We hiked over to the stamp mill and were impressed with what they have there. We have... More