Arizona Gold Mine Jeep Adventure

Carefree, Arizona

Arizona Gold Mine Jeep Adventure

3 Hours • 2+ People • Authentic 1880's Gold Mine

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Date

Mon, Oct 6

Travelers

2

About This Adventure

Embark on an exhilarating 3-hour Jeep tour through the stunning Upper Sonoran Desert, where you'll ascend to breathtaking 4500-foot vistas. Experience the thrill of exploring a historic gold mine, interact with knowledgeable guides, and enjoy complimentary refreshments at Mountain Top Studio. This unforgettable adventure captures the essence of Arizona's rich history.

Duration

3 Hours

About

Tours depart from the Carefree Sundial where you board our Custom Jeep Gladiator and head eight miles North into the Upper Sonoran Desert of Tonto National Forest. Smooth Pavement ends and off-road begins five minutes later as we slow crawl through Rackensack Canyon and then begin an ascending transition to Mountain Chaparral vegetation zone with absolutely breathtaking views up to 4500 foot elevation. The short ride to summit can be a bit dusty & bouncy but is exhilarating fun with entertaining narration and educational photo stops along trail prior to arrival at Mountain Top Studio/Gift Shop. Here you will enjoy complimentary refreshments with free time to relax on patio while taking in jaw dropping vistas or try your hand at Steer Head Roping and Horseshoes before continuation of tour.

From this point you will head down to the Gold Mine and are rewarded with historic tableau of 1800's artifacts excavated from the Ft. Worth Gold Mine site. This mine was part of the Historic Rackensack Mines which were instrumental in the founding of Cave Creek, Arizona. You will interact with your knowledgeable guide to learn about Old-Timers hard-rock Gold Mining methods and then with adrenalin pumping, you enter mine to experience their excitement first hand as you follow same vein of Gold that Old Rackensack chased in 1880. This exciting Old West Adventure is a true to life historical snapshot of how Arizona was really settled and one you will never forget.

More Info

This mine is part of Historic Rackensack Mines, which were instrumental in the founding of Cave Creek, Arizona. Our expert guides share their love of Arizona with a wealth of knowledge. They will narrate each phase of the tour and are always happy to answer your questions.

What to Wear / Bring

Recommend closed toe shoes and comfortable, weather appropriate clothing for our 4500' Elevation with Cooler Temperatures.

Amazing Photo Sites....Bring Your Camera!

Adventure Tips

Stay Hydrated

Bring plenty of water, as desert conditions can dehydrate quickly.

Wear Sun Protection

Hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen will help keep you comfortable during the open-air ride.

Dress for Comfort

Wear sturdy, long-sleeved clothing and closed-toe shoes to handle the rocky terrain.

Arrive Early

Arriving 15 minutes early ensures you won’t miss the safety briefing and boarding.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Desert cottontail rabbits
California quail

History

The region was part of Arizona’s gold rush era in the late 1800s, with many small mining operations contributing to the area's development.

Conservation

Rackensack Canyon Tours emphasizes eco-friendly practices, minimizing environmental impact through responsible off-roading and respect for the natural landscape.

Land Adventures: Arizona Gold Mine Jeep Tour by Rackensack Canyon Tours

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