Gold & Silver Mining

Gold mining is not only  part of Alaska’s history, but it is also a major industry in so many parts of  state today. You may try your luck at discovering some of the valuable metal. Most public land in Alaska allow recreational gold panning & prospecting, with some restrictions. Even if you’re only Gold panning on private properties or mining claims, you’ll need the owner’s permission to mine. Private land is owned by Alaska Native villages & corporations.

Land Situation

It is difficult to identify where recreation gold mining is allowed & permitted on public grounds. Before beginning your efforts, you should always examine the condition of the land. Check with the federal Bureau of the Land Management if you’re unsure about the status of a particular place. They keep the most up-to-date maps & information on land condition, but you’ll need to know the specific location of the land you’re interested in, including the meridian, township, range, and, occasionally, section. There is still uncertain land status in Alaska pending state & Native Corporation claims settlement. As a result, accurate maps are impossible to make widely available. See also the Gold & silver trading.

Contact the Provincial Division of Mining or, for claims on government land, the Bureau of Land Management to find out if a region is accessible to mineral entrance and if there are any legitimate mining claims in the area. Once you’ve determined the land’s status, such as if it’s public land, open to mineral entrance, and free of legal claim, check with managing agency to see what limits could be in place. Suction dredges are restricted in several regions to protect waterways.

If you want to mine in somebody else’s legal claim, you must first obtain the claimant’s authorization. They may decline permission because they’re already mining the claims and/or they are concerned about liability in the event of an injury, vehicle malfunction, or damage. Other activities including hiking, camping, and berry picking are permitted on mining claims so long  they do not interfere with equipment operations. You doesn’t  have the right to ban others from searching for gold in a specific location if you are a recreational miners without a claim.

The Top Five Silver Mines In The United States

Cortez Mine 

In Nevada, the Cortez Mine is the  surface & underground mine. Barrick Gold owns the mine, which is expected to produce 11,551 1000 ounces of silver in 2020. The mine is set to run until 2031.

Greens Creek Mine 

Hecla Mining owns the Greens Creek Mine, which is located in Alaska. In 2020, the underground mine is expected to produce 10,495 1000 ounces of silver. The mine is set to run until 2030.

Mine Red Dog

Alaska is home to the Red Dog Mine. Teck Resources owns the mine, which is expected to produce 8,667 1000 ounces of silver in 2020. The mine is set to run until 2032.

Mine Continental

In Montana, the Continental Mine is the surface mine. In 2020, the mine is expected to produce 7,645 1000 ounces of silver.

Mine Marigold 

The Marigold Mine is surface mine in Nevada owned by SSR Mining. In 2020, it is expected to produce 6,310 1000 ounces of silver. The mine is set to run until 2030.