4 Level Gold Mine On Steep Mountainside: Huge Stopes, Sketchy Bridges, and Cool Artifacts ⛏️💰

For this abandoned mine exploration, we start by hiking up a steep and rugged mountain. We find waste rock piles, collapsed timbers, and overhead cables indicating the mining work that took place here. The four mine levels are spread out over the mountain, each separated by about 100 feet vertically. There are huge steeply angled stopes between each level. There are also sketchy bridges that need to be crossed to access the drifts. The portal to one of the levels was jammed with huge boulders so we had to squeeze through a small opening to get in. In the drifts we find some great artifacts including a wood dynamite box, rare cans and a unique survey tag.
There are also some great mountain views from this area. We hope you enjoy the video!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Yay, it's finally new video day for us. We hope you enjoy the explore as much as we did. We miss hearing from you all so make sure to leave a comment for us. Thanks!

[@samuelford5459]

Do you have to file a permit to explore

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

@samuelford5459 Not that I know of, Samuel. There might be some applicable regulations if you're on lands managed by the National Park Service.

[@pamelacapps8359]

Made my heart race watching Tom cross that bridge.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

I don't take those risks lightly. Mine exploring is definitely a dangerous hobby. Sorry if it made you anxious. Thanks for the comment, Pamela!👍😊

[@barrysheriff2866]

Julie is always so respectful about the things she picks up. She puts them right back where she got them. I just think that's pretty cool!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

We try to leave things as we find them. We will sometimes pick up modern trash that people leave behind. Mostly, it's beer, and pop cans that people litter. Thanks for watching and commenting, Barry!👍😊

[@joewenzel5142]

That is cool.

[@rgildersleeve5479]

Julie being Julie, she's just cool. As is Tom! Wonder what the profit margin versus labor was? Probably not much based on the pile of tailings.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

@R Gildersleeve I don't think that a lot of these mines profited much. It seems like something always needed to be fixed or replaced.

[@potatothorn]

sketchy bridges is right WOW!! please don't die!! sure was a tight squeeze at the end there too wow! some nice flowers and all kinds of great mine explorations thanks for sharing

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Hey Thorn, good to hear from you. Always some kind of danger in these old mines. Nothing like coming out of a tight mine portal right into a rock climb. Lol. Glad that you enjoyed seeing the flowers, too. Thanks for the comment!👍😁

[@TECHNOP.V.A.]

Hi my friend! Thsnk you very much!😁

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Hello friend. You're welcome and thanks for commenting!👍😁

[@ralphpatrick3071]

The early 1900’s would explain those wooden dowels with the eyelets screwed in. I’ve never seen those, pretty cool! Being the old fart that I am, I remember those Log Cabin syrup containers. That mine was Stope City. Lotsa physical effort as with all your explores. Thank you, T&J! PS..Never mentioned this before but Julie sure has a beautiful head of hair.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

I liked those dowels, too. I've seen a lot of Log Cabin cans utside in can dumps that are all rusted out. Too bad this one was cut up. The stopes are pretty cool. It would be fun to start at the top and rope down through them all. Thanks for the comment, Ralph!👍😊

[@garyjohnson1757]

Thanks Julie😊

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Hi Gary, Julie here. Not sure what I did, but you're welcome.😊

[@lloydbaker6988]

Thanks, Tom and Julie, Great Day exploring today 👍

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You're welcome, Lloyd. Glad that you enjoyed it!👍😁

[@davidhettesheimer3685]

Thank you Tom and Julie. So nice to see yas. Great explore. Stay safe out there. 👍⛏️🧨🧨🍺🍺🍻🍻

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You're welcome, David. Glad that you enjoyed it!🍺🍺🍻👍⛏️💰

[@robertharold2503]

For all of us nerds that follow the two of you I think a video on your gear/equipment you take on your explorations would be interesting

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

We will probably do that at some point. We've had a few requests for it. Thanks, Robert!😊

[@lesleyrobbins1137]

The "Just Say No to Crack" mine!!! Lots of scary hanging boulders, ribs sloughing off in huge chunks, and endless pits of doom! Way cool explore. Keep 'em coming!!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Haha, always something wanting to fall on you in these old mines. Glad that you liked it, Lesley. Thanks for watching!😊👍

[@jimgoodman1845]

Thanx4sharing, that was exciting... had me on edge of my seat few times... 😂👍👍

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You're welcome, Jim. Had my attention a couple of times, too. Thanks for the comment!👍😁

[@michaelkaiser4674]

another Go morning you two

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Hi Michael!😁

[@georgesmith8113]

Beautiful country. Fun explore. Great video. Good time on a Friday night. Thanks J&T! 👍👍👍👊😎

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks for the nice comment, George! 👍👍👊😎

[@billloutzenheiser5397]

We missed you 2 last week good to see you back

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Hi Bill. We're only putting out two videos per month now. Thanks for the kind words!👍😊

[@matthewkolster5802]

It's good to see you guys again!!😊

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thank you, Matthew! We appreciate it. 👍😊

[@HikeCamp]

Yep I may cross a sketchy bridge over a stream where the worst may be getting wet but not over a deep hole.. Some great hiking views as well.. Loved those hiking views.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You definitely have to pay attention crossing those bridges. Glad that you enjoyed the hiking. Thanks for watching, Max!👍😊

[@walterbohlin7932]

It's so good to so you two again. I have missed you! You are a part of my life. Tom, you proved that you are crazy walking spread legged on rails over deep void. It's no nice to have Julie as your cheerleader as you complete a difficult operation. Your ability to find and get into really interesting mines is excellent. Thank you very much!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks for the kind words, Walter. Julie and I are lucky to have each other, and we're glad that you enjoy our videos.😊👍

[@bobrenner7213]

When you started on this exploration, I thought 'Ho, hum...' However, it quickly changed into a WOW!!!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

We try not to make the ho hum type videos. Do you know that we visit an average of five different mines for every one that is interesting enough to make a video of? Some are just plain boring. Thanks for the comment, Bob!👍😁

[@LoneVanMan]

BY FAR my favorite Explorers on KZbin. I think that with 11k views they should have 11k likes. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks so much, Tim! I like the way you think. 👍😊

[@davidgekler]

Missed you, but understand there is a lot of traveling and hiking. Nice set of Stopes. Stay safe and keep the videos coming!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

It's a lot of work to do these explores and make the videos. The stopes here are really fun to see. Thanks for the comment, Davis!👌😊

[@joewenzel5142]

The American Picker guys would probably love those dynamite boxes.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Yes, they would. Most of them have disappeared from the mines over the years. Thanks, Joe!👍

[@johnweeks5614]

Very amazing and beautiful views made my day to watch another video

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

That's great, John. Thanks for commenting!👍😊

[@lindarider4525]

Thank you!!!😊

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You're welcome, Linda. Thanks for watching!😊

[@keithrimmer3]

Hi guys I hope y'all doing ok, this was an interesting mine the old miners cut that hill out pretty good following the vein and looked a bit sketchy in places Tom, you and Julie take care as always see you in the next one

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Yes, they took the vein out from top to bottom. Those are some long multi level stopes. Thanks for the comment, Keith!👍😁

[@williamwatson9166]

Thank you again, great as usual. Have fun and keep it safe. .

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Glad that you enjoyed it, William. Thanks for watching!👍😊

[@btcruiser]

I'm wondering if they were getting silver out of that mine by the color of the minerals - it has that silver oxide look. Thanks Tom and Julie for letting us tag along.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

We couldn't find much information on this unnamed mine. The area in general is gold country, although many mines have multiple metal ore veins. Thanks for the comment, BT!👊😄

[@Justme85857]

I look forward to your videos, keep them coming. Thank you both

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You're welcome, Paul. Thanks for watching and commenting!👌😁

[@downloadjunkyadventures]

Thanks!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching. 👌😁

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks for the tip $$. Much appreciated!💰

[@downloadjunkyadventures]

Great content always enjoy watching and love the scenery .

[@bigal3617]

nice one tom and julie please be carefull, them view`s are fantastic tom it was a tight sqeeze love yer both alan .

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

The views here are great. Yes, a tight squeeze into and out of this one. Thanks for the nice comment, Alan!❤️😊

[@ExploringCabinsandMines]

Good morning !!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Morning Dave!

[@MrBillzebud]

That "rope" looked alot like what I would call a string lmao 😂😂😂❤ Thank you for another great upload ❤❤

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

That rope is rated at 4KN, which is about 900 pounds. That's enough to be useful and small enough to always have in my pack. Someone guessed that the Log Cabin tin was maybe used as a candle holder. Thanks for the comment, glad that you liked the video!👍😁

[@Ed_in_Md]

It’s always so good to see you guys.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks for the nice comment, Ed!👍😊

[@treborupp]

Nice Adventure. Keep safe

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks for watching and commenting, Rob!👌😁

[@bobpace5464]

Another great video Thank you for sharing you guys be safe have fun keep the videos coming.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks, Bob. Glad that you enjoyed it!👍😁

[@Paul-ow6of]

This was a great mine explore. I really enjoyed it. Thanks so much.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You're welcome, Paul. Glad that you enjoyed the explore. Thanks for the comment!👌😁

[@Ed_in_Md]

Another cool exploration. Thanks for taking us along. Take care of each other and be safe out there.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You're welcome, Ed. Thanks for watching!👌😄

[@treasurehunter7771]

Another great EXPLORE! Thanks for taking us along!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You're welcome, and thanks for watching!👍😁

[@joewenzel5142]

I've learned so many mining terms watching you guys. Like today I learned what a stope was: an excavation in a mine working or quarry in the form of a step or notch.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Generally, when I talk of stopes, it's the void that is left after the ore has been removed.👍

[@safetybear5514]

I love your show. Ever since you visited Pete Augberry Mine. When I see you two in a goldmine and you show overhand stopes with stulls I wonder if you bring home specimens. Just small ones. My wife would go crazy and I mean that. We grew up in Fairbanks and remember in the 70s there were still deep ground drift miners working old drifts that used the room and pillar method. These old timers were working the remnants including the pillars and gobbing or sister-in-law the new support. Thanks and when are you going to go deep into the Panamints with a self contained outfit to bulk sample just for hobby, that would be cool short of having three donkeys or worse. That would be so exciting to watch. Barb and I prospected for many years in the Arctic.please Google Steve Greene Alaska Miner. I made some history and retired. Love prospecting still with Barbara as we brought first crawler dozer into the Upper Koyukuk River. Cleaned up our mine and simply retired.Smile! Peace to you both you are brave. Enjoy those beautiful skies and always carry Black Cat Skyrockets!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks for the nice comment, Steve. We don't generally take samples or do much prospecting. Most times we are not sure of the mine's claim status. I don't want to be accused of claim jumping. Also, I know how much work and equipment it takes to recover the fine gold from these hard rock mines. I Googled your name and see a few things about Davis Creek Placer mines. Interesting stuff. Thanks again for watching!👌😁

[@stevesmith-sb2df]

You guys are an inspiration.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

That's good to hear, Steve. Thanks for the comment!👌😊

[@SueGirling68]

Hi Tom & Julie, that was one very very sketchy, scary bridge but the reward of finding the pegs with the tags still there was amazing. Sorry I have missed a few video's, trust me I will catch up but with so many channels it is going to be an uphill struggle to watch all missed one's of them all. My results came back saying my kidney function is now at 71% and they are happy not to test anymore for 3 months. Thank you for all you do, much love to you both. xx 🤗❤

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Hi Sue, we're so happy to hear that your kidney function has improved. Please don't worry about catching up on the videos, at least for our channel. We know what a good supporter you have been for us over the years. Yes, the bridges were a bit sketchy. Not too unusual for these old mines. That old tag was pretty cool to see. Thanks so much for watching. Much love to you!👍❤️😊

[@SueGirling68]

@@TomandJulieMineExploring 💞

[@charlesmartin3277]

I love it all miss the 70ds calf Nevada mines

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

The good old days. Thanks for watching, Charles!👌⛏️

[@captainwin6333]

That was a crazy mine. It's hard to imagine how they worked those that had big verticals like that one.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Yes, it's hard to just get up that steep grade to the site, and it's steeper inside the mine. Miners are crazy. Thanks, Captain!👍😁

[@professorfalken4600]

Happy Friday 🎉

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks and the same to you, Professor!👌😁

[@davidsellars646]

What a view he says. It is curious that you found the wooden tag that said 108 and on your way back there was a paper tag in the wall that said 109. Glad to see you back with a video. Maybe you could consider some "shorts" occasionally.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Haha, my view is always good. I didn't notice the other tag number. Julie said she saw it. I should have seen it during editing. Videos from us come out twice per month now instead of every week. We might do some shorts like what's in the packs and others. It's hard to do a short mine explore video. Thanks for the comment, David!👍😊

[@DaveInLAS]

Just found you guys from Brent Underwood’s Cero Gordo channel, and I’m hooked! I love your production which I think is just a natural extension of both your personalities which are very charismatic. And Tom your voice would be perfect for a books on tape. I’m recovering from neck surgery and you guys have really kept me company, thank so much!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

We hope you are healing as quickly as possible from surgery. Welcome to our channel, and thanks for the kind words. We certainly appreciate it!👍😊

[@caryward8251]

Hello again, Tom & Julie. That’s the type of mine to really get the adrenaline pumping and keep your senses on edge to a higher pitch! I think this mine was the sketchiest y’all have explored so far! Extremely impressed with your physical abilities! When you panned up to the ceiling, looked like the rock material could collapse at anytime. At 32:16, interesting curved line of 5 rocks on floor of mine, nearly equally spaced apart (natural or placed by man.). Keep Safe & Healthy!!!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Hello, Cary. Yes, this one will keep you on your toes, as the saying goes. I hadn't noticed the line of rocks before you mentioned them. Probably just a coincidence that they are lined up. Thanks for the nice comment. We appreciate it!👍😊

[@1949ala]

Your videos are not only the most fun to watch, but the most informative, stay safe, you both are fearless,

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks for the kind words. We appreciate you!👍😊

[@pethoviejo]

That was a good one. Thanks for sharing.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Glad that you liked it. Thanks for the comment, Pethoviejo!👍😁

[@roperdon5939]

Tom, your final comment of “what a view” was dead on. The view was beautiful, the flowers were beautiful, the mine was great, and the day was a AB day. Thank y’all for the explore!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Haha, my view is always good. You said it perfectly. It was a fun day. Thanks, Don!😊

[@shantyshitter3163]

Great video. Very beautiful scenery as well as the wild flowers. Everything is blooming.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Yes, the scenery is great, and the flowers are the icing on the cake. Thanks for the comment!👍😁

[@highdesertbill]

You two are the best, and very BRAVE! Thanks for taking me along for the explore.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You're welcome. Thanks for the comment, Bill!👍😁

[@pmae9010]

Watching you crawl out of that hole reminded me of a job I did with a friend, I had to get under a snow cat in the field, I had to get to the fuel shut off, I got under with a lot of wiggling but got stuck trying to get out. I had to exhale and wiggle, wiggle, wiggle. But I got out, as did you, Thanks for the tour you two, stay safe.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Yes, another tight spot I got myself into. Sounds like you've been there, too. Thanks for the comment, Mick!!👍😁

[@nigelridgeway2579]

Hi Tom and Julie, another great mine , I think Tom has no fear at all. In old mines here in Cornwall those wooden pegs were used for surveying the levels and adits, they would hang a plumb line from the hook for setting up the miners dial. Maybe the same there.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Hi Nigel, glad that you enjoyed the explore. That's most likely what the pegs were for. They are too light duty to hang much more than a plumb bob or location tag. We see more sturdy wooden pegs for hanging vent lines and such. Thanks for the comment, and we hope all is well for you in Cornwall! PS - I do have fear.😬

[@kenmilne2379]

THNK U T & J ! Another very good vid from u two ! 👌 yr eyes r still sharp Tom , spotting the tagged pegs ! Thought u were going to bag it for one moment !! Haha, notice u made Julie walk the plank over the long drop ! Then as u were leaving with Julie in view, u announce " What a great view " ! 😅 I agreed !! Haha ❤️ yr knowledge and imformation is second to none Tom ! And thnk u Julie for the lovely ending ! Love u both ! Stay well and safe ! 😊😊

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Glad that you enjoyed the video. That wood tag was pretty nice. I thought I might get stuck in that tight portal. Julie always makes my view good.lol Thanks for the nice comment, Ken!👍❤️

[@kenmilne2379]

U may have to stay away from those Pancakes Tom !!! Haha

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

@@kenmilne2379 Exactly. I'm a pretty good eater.

[@diggindiggenit6540]

best explorers on the net imo always so cool to watch the adventure, have fun

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks for the kind words. Glad that you enjoyed the explore!👌😊

[@VegasCyclingFreak]

28:22 That's a cool find. If I had to guess, I think that is an improvised lantern. Cut a round hole in bottom for a candle and cut open one end to direct the light outwards.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

That's a pretty good guess. I couldn't figure out what they were doing with that can. Thanks for your input.👍😁

[@davidsnider1703]

You both are in great shape. Thanks for making new videos. And for taking time to look around outside. Do you ever camp out in the desert, or always go someplace modern for the night.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

We stay in a motorhome for about 7 or 8 months of the year and move to different RV parks every month or so. We usually make it back to the motorhome every night for a hot shower and cold beer.🍺

[@davidsnider1703]

Thanks for responding. Sounds like a fun way to live

[@tonyidle7813]

that was a great video. I loved that log cabin container , I had to pull my girlfriend from her tv show so she could see it. you just don't see those anymore. that was a tight squeeze getting out of that second mine. thanks for everything , see you again next time.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Glad that you enjoyed the video, Tony! Those old Log Cabin tins are fun to see. Yes, that was a tight squeeze getting out and right into a rock climb. Thanks for watching!👌😁

[@markmunro8753]

Thank you Tom and Julie. Did Tom gain weight down in that little hole? 😂😂😂❤❤

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Haha, you would have thought so watching me come out. You're welcome, Mark. Thanks for commenting!👍😁

[@richardbeee]

A wonderful explore. That vein looked like it still had a lot of material to run in it. Thanks for the share. I always like watching y'all with coffee in the morning.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

There probably is more left of that vein. Glad that you enjoyed it, Richard. Thanks for watching while having coffee!👍😊

[@jerryrichter4904]

very nice thanks for the video

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You're welcome, Jerry. Thanks for watching and commenting!👍😊

[@OdySlim]

That was a pretty ballsy crossing at 13:56 Have a good Weekend..

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Hi, Scott. Yes, a little risky. Thanks for watching, and I hope you have a good weekend, too. 👍😊

[@donlum9128]

Beautiful area

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Yes, it is. Thanks for commenting, Don!👌

[@bigmoney3405]

Another great explore, wow, vertical mining is proof that "where there is a will, there is a way" Oh yeah, thanks for the bridge crossing's, you two are courageous!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

I can't imagine working those steep stopes. Just getting to this area is tough. Those bridges require your full attention. Thanks for commenting, Robert!👍😊

[@bigmoney3405]

@@TomandJulieMineExploring I forgot to mention the Log Cabin Syrup cans, saw those on the table every morning my Mom made panckes, I should of saved em!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

@@bigmoney3405 I think they're worth a few bucks now.

[@frankgaletzka8477]

Hello Tom Hello Julie A very good Video and some very scary parts.. Thank you for sharing your adventure with us. Take care a good New week Yours Frank Galetzka

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Hello Frank. We're glad that you enjoyed the video. Yes, some dangerous parts for sure. Thank you for watching, and I hope you have a good weekend!👍😊

[@haroldhoskison7239]

You guys should get a small long/short wave UV light and see the colors in the formations.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

We do carry a short wave UV light. Many times, there is not much that flouresces. We have a video coming up that had some really nice white opal that flouresced beautifully. Thanks for commenting, Harold!👍😁

[@Nomad_exploration_vlogger]

Great video you two and scary crossings that must have taken a lot of guts to do it. Keep on exploring and be safe, blessings and shout out from South Africa 😎

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Glad that you enjoyed the explore. Crossing over a 100 foot hole requires your full attention. Thanks for the comment all the way from South Africa. Much appreciated!👍😁

[@jimmime]

Thank you, Tom & Julie, great exploration. I wonder what they were mining, silver?

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You're welcome, James. I believe this was primarily a gold mine. Thanks for commenting!👌😊

[@chuckh630]

Another great explore. The amount of rock that was taken out by the miners is incredible. Thank yoiu for sharing!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

The amount of work done by the miners is amazing. Glad that you enjoyed the explore, Chuck. Thanks for the comment!👌😊

[@wendellharker6690]

That was cool thanks for letting me watch ❤

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You're welcome, Wendell. We appreciate you watching!👍😊

[@TheShornak]

Hello Julie and Tom. Great video. Boy watching you climb out of that hole at the end looked like a lot of struggle. That hole in the side wall was sure odd looking. I wonder what that could have been. I don't recall ever seeing that before. Seeing that Log Cabin tin brought back memories. I think the summer I was 16 I was out visiting my mom in Albuquerque and we took a trip to the western part of New Mexico and we camped way off the road, miles off in the middle of nowhere. We went to an old Logging Town from the early 1900's. I remember looking through their can dump and finding several of those but they were all smashed flat. I thought those were real interesting. Take care.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Hello Stephen. Yes, that last portal was a snug fit followed immediately by a steep, although short, rock climb. Thanks for sharing your story of camping in New Mexico and the Log Cabin tins. We don't see too many of those that aren't rusted out. I lived in Albuquerque from 1971 through 1974 during my high school years. Thanks for the comment!👌😊

[@TheShornak]

@@TomandJulieMineExploring I lived there 73-76 then went back every summer until 1980 when my mom moved to Oklahoma City. We lived in the NW part close to the Rio Grande so I have very fond memories there.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

@@TheShornakInteresting. I lived NE near Sandia High School.

[@lorrinbarth1969]

To me it looks like a silver mine at the top and a gold mine at the bottom. A view of the bridge in the intermediate addit would have sent me to the exit. I'd rather see you exploring flowers than falling into one of those holes. In fact, with the rain you've had, a flower viewing hike might be great.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

I believe it's primarily a gold mine, although it's common to have multiple metal mines. You have to assess the risk of crossing a bridge like that as you go. It was solid enough you just have to be sure footed enough not to slip. The flowers are out in this area now, but no super bloom. Thanks for the comment, Lorrin!👍😊

[@sapawarrior9247]

Awesome photos likes

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thank you!👍😊

[@raiderman8431]

Hey guys, that last one went on longer than it looked, they really picked up after themselves, not a whole lot left behind, great view, great job, be safe

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

It's a good-sized mine overall. These days, you're lucky to see any artifacts left behind. Glad that you liked the views. Thanks for the comment!👌😁

[@MrPINKFL0YD]

It's the intrepid duo!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Haha, thanks again!👍😊

[@jimsworthow531]

you guys epitomize adventure explorers; documenting and not taking; class act; please stay safe and thanks for sharing; love the still pics intertwined.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks for watching and for the nice comment, Jim. We appreciate it!👍😊

[@jimsworthow531]

@@TomandJulieMineExploring My Step Dad owned the Tonopah Truck Stop years ago; he would let me use his side by side to cruise the desert around the area. I found a few mines, some even had original hit n miss engines still in them. I even went around the TTR (test range) I never forgot the cool things I found out there. Your explorations bring back fond memories; best to you both!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

@@jimsworthow531 that's great that you had the chance to see some of the cool places in the desert. Thanks for the story, Jim!

[@joewenzel5142]

Looks like they maybe used that Log cabin syrup can as a lantern and put the candle in through the bottom?

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

That's a good guess. I couldn't think of what it was for. Thanks, Joe!👌😄

[@crchuckh6852]

what a climb, thanks again for sharing

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Yes, very steep climbing around this mine. Thanks for watching, Chuck!👍😁

[@bruceshatfield9377]

Super great explore. You guys have nerves of steal. Be safe and I will be watching.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Glad that you enjoyed the explore, Bruce! Thanks for watching and commenting. 👍😁

[@RobbyTripp]

The places you guys find never cease to amaze me. Definitely encourages me to get out there and explore. I don’t know if I’d be as lucky in my finds as you guys. Love the channel.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

We do a lot of research and exploring around to ind good mines. We visit an average of five different mines for every one that is interesting enough for a video. Many are just plain boring. Thanks for the comment, Rob!👍😁

[@robmez]

Another beautiful find , this channel just keeps getting better

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks for the nice comment, Robin!👍😊

[@twinturbohenry]

Another amazing explore. Always fascinating and this one was a bit nerve wracking. Thanks for the thrill. You two are the best on yt.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Glad that you liked the explore. Yes, a little nerve-wracking at times. Thanks for the kind words, Henry!👍😊

[@markattardo]

That was quite an adventure!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Yes, it was. Thanks for watching and commenting, Mark!👌😁

[@hp9857]

Top video. Greetings from Austria.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Thanks for watching from Austria, HP! We appreciate it.👌😁

[@putteslaintxtbks5166]

It looked like they may have left alot of ore in that one, but looked like like some tricky host rock. Alot of those wood dowels with eyehooks for tags. What did they mark with them? Possible areas to blast? Be safe. Maybe need to carry a quart of motor oil incase get you get stuck crawling out. Haha. Hiking up and down lose rock is really scary. I found too that going down is often harder than going up, one of the worst is keeping from speeding up or you can find yourself in a run were you want to be going slow.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

There probably is some good ore left here. Some of hose dowels with eyelets were marking locations where samples were taken by the mine assessors and surveyors. They might have also been used for hanging some lightweight lines or hose. That was a tight fit coming out of that last portal and straight into a rock climb. Thanks for the comment!👍😁

[@tonygaetani1892]

Another great mine exploration that look pretty dangerous. Thanks keep it up.😂

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Hi Tony. Yes, mine exploring is a dangerous hobby. I try to assess each mine situation carefully. Thanks for commenting!👍😁

[@jimmystockdale7555]

Another great adventure, y'all had some fantastic views. I sure do enjoy watching y'all explore those old mines. So until the next time y'all be careful and stay safe. God bless you both.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

This was a fun one for us, Jimmy. Glad that you enjoyed it, too. Thanks for the comment and blessing!👍😁

[@williamwintemberg]

Beautiful views outside! Some sketchy stuff in this one. Tom and Julie always going the extra mile. It looks like they left a lot of ore behind. The mysterious cables. Very interesting mine! Thanks guys!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Yes, the views from this area are very nice. I never could figure out those cables. There might have been some sort of aerial tram that they were used for. Thanks for the nice comment, William!👌😊

[@lukeharris3279]

Keep up the great work guys and be careful out there.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Will do. Thanks for the comment, Luke!👍😁

[@chancer7558]

Another great explore. Julie seems to go in first in the mines while Tom films, there might be some critters inside. Do you carry protection with you. If you would rather not say I understand. Great job.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Yes, we are usually both carrying. We try to make some loud noises before we enter the mine to alert any animals that might be inside. Snakes like to hang around the portals, too. Maybe they hunt rats there. All the mines that we see have a lot of rats in them. Julie goes first unless we suspect that something extra dangerous is ahead. She's the star of the show. Thanks for the comment!👍😁

[@johndemeen5575]

Tom my finger nails started turning blue when you crossed over the death pit. From St.Paul. Minnesota.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Sorry to turn your nails blue, John. It's a dangerous hobby. We assess the risks carefully and have learned when to say no to certain situations. I hear you got more snow recently. ❄️ Thanks for the comment!👍😁

[@johndemeen5575]

@@TomandJulieMineExploring It’s snowing right now. Won’t last. Million Thanks. JD

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

@John Demeen No, it will melt quickly this time of year. Pretty soon it will be too hot lol.

[@safepetproducts]

Have you had problems leaving your Jeep out in the boonies?

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

No, we haven't. I have a good-sized locking box in the back instead of a back seat. I do worry a bit about it because we have a lot of climbing gear that we carry that is expensive. I usually try to back up to something to make it harder to open the tailgate. Thanks for commenting!👌

[@arklatxquad3405]

I really liked this one. Lots of cool things to look at and the view was beautiful. The mine itself looked a bit spooky to me with lots of things to give you a headache if they fell and the one bridge over a very deep pit. oh well you both made it just fine.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Oh yes, always something to fall on you or a hole to fall into in these mines. Glad that you liked the video. Thanks for the comment!👍😁

[@Ed_in_Md]

I’ve never seen those wooden tags before. Cool stuff!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

You don't see them very often. I think that's only the second time we've seen them. Thanks for the comment, Ed!👍😊

[@robertharold2503]

Yikes! Crossing that chasm on that rail was daring to say the least!

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

It is part of the process. It's risky, but I take those risks seriously. There are many bridges over the years that I have chosen not to cross as they are too dangerous. 👌🙂

[@gregerisman211]

I saw a video of that last mine just yesterday, really makes want to get back to that area

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Where did you see that video, if you don't mind me asking? Where do you think this is located or did I say in the video. Thanks, Greg!👍

[@gregerisman211]

@@TomandJulieMineExploring On a young mans channel, Exploring with hunter 2536. No, you didnt say where this was at, but i know. I was poking around in that area last fall

[@jochenmachine]

What amazing views, isn't it amazing to think, the view we see is probably exactly the same as men a hundred years ago saw, a hundred fifty yrs ago, two hundred yrs ago. Awesome to think of.

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

That is fun to imagine. I often say "what a place to work" about high mountain mines. I hope the miners were able to appreciate that with all the hard work they had to do. Thanks for the comment, Jochen!👍😁

[@felipearellano8783]

good morning Guys

[@TomandJulieMineExploring]

Good morning, Felipe!👍