Stampmill Sam's Gold Adventure

Follow the journey of prospector Stampmill Sam as we explore the lives of Virginia gold miners and the lasting legacy of the Virginia Gold Rush on the Lake Anna area. Explore the remains of the Goodwin Gold Mine, learn how forces of nature brought gold to the surface of Earth, and find out how the daring Goodwin miners extracted it. Then, we’ll pan for gold in the same stream where prospectors once hunted for this elusive mineral.  

Please arrive at the Visitor Center 10 minutes before the start time of your tour. Guests will be collected from the Visitor Center for a 5-10 minute drive to the mine site. The tour will last 1 hour and includes 0.5 miles of hiking over hilly terrain with frequent stops. 

Wear sturdy walking shoes that can get wet. Long pants, sunscreen, and bug spray are highly encouraged. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Pre-registration is required and space is limited to 15 guests per tour. A payment of $3 per guest is due on the day of the program. We accept payment by cash or card. Please call the Park Office at 540-854-5503 to reserve your spot today! 

Tour Timeslots: 

Saturday, July 18th 

     10:00AM-11:00AM

     11:30AM-12:30AM

     1:30PM-2:30PM 

Sunday, July 19th 

     10:00AM-11:00AM

     11:30AM-12:30AM

     1:30PM-2:30PM 

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