Lomax Placer Mine: A Glimpse into Breckenridge's Gold Rush Past
Step back in time at Breckenridge's Lomax Placer Mine: Explore original mining equipment and pan for gold in this preserved historic site.
Experience the thrill of the Gold Rush at the Lomax Placer Mine in Breckenridge. Tour a preserved hydraulic placer mine, try your hand at gold panning, and discover the life of a 19th-century miner.
A brief summary to Breckenridge History: Lomax Placer Mine
- 301 Ski Hill Rd, Breckenridge, Colorado, 80424, US
- +1970-453-9767
- Visit website
Local tips
- Book your tour in advance, especially during peak season, to ensure you secure a spot.
- Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking around the outdoor mine site.
- Plan to spend at least two hours to fully experience the tour, exhibits, and gold panning activity.
- Check the Breckenridge History website for the most up-to-date schedule and pricing.
Getting There
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Walking
From downtown Breckenridge, the Lomax Placer Mine is accessible by foot. Head west on Main Street, then turn onto Ski Hill Road. Continue for about a 15-minute walk. The mine will be on your left. There is no cost associated with walking.
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Public Transport
The Breckenridge Free Ride offers several free bus routes throughout town. Check the current bus schedule for the closest stop to the Lomax Placer Mine on Ski Hill Road. From the bus stop, it is a short walk to the mine. There is no cost associated with using the Breckenridge Free Ride.
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Driving
From Main Street in Breckenridge, turn west onto Ski Hill Road. The Lomax Placer Mine is located at 301 Ski Hill Road. Limited free parking is available after 5 PM at the East Sawmill Lot, accessed from the 100 block of Ski Hill Road or Watson Avenue. Other parking lots are available in Breckenridge, including the Airport Road Lot with a free bus shuttle to the BreckConnect Gondola. From the BreckConnect Gondola, connect to the Gold and Yellow Routes to get to the Lomax Placer Mine. Parking rates vary. Check signs before parking.
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