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Herkimer Diamond Mines

4601 Route 28N, Herkimer, NY 13350
800-562-0897; 315-891-7355
Ranked #1 of 3 attractions in Herkimer
3.5 of 5 stars 31 Reviews
Type: Mines
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W. PA
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012
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We went to this mine in July of 2011 during the heat wave not a good choice but we had plans long before the heat wave came. So that is not the mines fault but as we arrived we ask about what we needed to do to mine. This was our first and only time to visit. We were told... More

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Dornsife
2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012
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This place was great, it was a trip promised years ago to a now 18 year old grandson. We spent the day at mine #3 and found lots of little "diamonds" and one huge one that will be a great keepsake. We had a wonderful time and employees and other prospectors were all friendly and helpful. More

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Old Forge, Pennsylvania
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012
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we stayed accross the street at the koa from mine it was a great 4 day weekend ! every child found "diamonds" quarts from hitting rocks it is easier to rent equipment then bring it people were friendly ..... the camp was great too we rented the cabins on the lake tv kitchen it was perfect ! More

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Little Falls, New York, United States
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2012
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Wether you are just visiting, or staying at the campground and digging for diamonds all day, this is the place! More

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Upstate New York
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31 reviews 31 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2012

Interesting, small, good for keeping children busy More

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Upstate New York
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2012

May be fun for a family day, searching for Herkimer diamonds, but not much else to do. More

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Englewood, New Jersey
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 28, 2011

It was a highlight of our trip. The kids loved digging and hammering for the Herkimer Diamonds. They still take them out to show everyone. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 26, 2011

If you are into roughing it this is a lot of fun. If you do not enjoy dust, dirt and the elements, go to a movie theater. It is very possible for you to bring home diamonds that you have dug out of rocks. More

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Long Island, NY
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 11, 2011
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We only found small stones after quite a long time of hard work, but that didn't diminish the entertainment. The kids 7 and 3 years, got bored after awhile and played in the playground, but they really loved the "treasure hunt" aspect. My husband and I became somewhat addicted and switched off with the kids as you can come and... More

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Exeter, New Hampshire
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 17, 2011
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My husband and I thought this place was going to be kind of hokey, but after we arrived, watched the movie, gathered our hammers and goggles and headed towards the outdoor mines, we quickly changed our perceptions. We had read to bring goggles/sunglasses to save some money as you have to wear eye gear. The cool thing was that after... More

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