The Argo Mill and Tunnel Tickets
Product ID: 81005
Supplied by: Argo Mill
Explore the historic Argo Mill and Tunnel in Idaho Springs, Colorado, and delve into the rich history of the Colorado Gold Rush. This guided tour offers a glimpse into the ingenuity and entrepreneurial spirit of the late 19th century, complete with gold panning experiences.
Highlights
- Guided tour of the Argo Mill, one of the largest and most well-preserved historic gold mills in the world
- Opportunity to pan for gold, experiencing the thrill of the Gold Rush firsthand
- Access to the Mercantile gift shop, offering unique collector’s items and mementos
What's included
- Guided tour of the Argo Mill and Tunnel
- Gold panning lesson with the chance to find real gold
Additional Information
Tour Schedule: Tours start promptly at the top of each hour.
Safety Measures: Children under 40 inches tall must be accompanied by an adult throughout the tour.
Attire: Sturdy, closed-toed shoes are strongly recommended. Dress in layers suitable for hiking to accommodate varying weather conditions.
Accessibility: Due to the vertical terrain and architecture, the tour may not be accessible to all individuals.
Pets: Pets are allowed if they can be carried for the duration of the tour. Please be mindful of licensed service animals and their handlers.
Argo Mill and Tunnel Liability Waiver/Contact Tracing Form
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Overview
Mighty Argo: At the Center of Colorado Gold Rush History
The Famous Argo Mill and Tunnel
Soon after 1859, when Colorado’s first gold was struck in Idaho Springs, CO, the Argo and surrounding area became an international center of milling and tunneling innovation and served for many gold mines in Colorado. Partnerships between local entrepreneurs, highly skilled professionals, and international business leaders enabled projects of previously unforeseen scale, ambition, and productivity to be realized. The Mighty Argo has rekindled this spirit and will resume its role as a hub of activity and an engine of economic productivity for the region and beyond.
The Argo Mill and Tunnel is a wonder of ingenuity, technology, and entrepreneurial spirit. Begun in 1893, the 4.2-mile-long Argo Tunnel cuts an ingenious path through the hills, draining and servicing hundreds of miles of workings, thereby prolonging the productivity of the famous gold mines in Colorado for decades. Many of the gold mines in Colorado would have become inoperable if not for the Mighty Argo. A vast amount of the Mill’s original equipment is still in place, transporting visitors instantly back in time to an era steeped in the Victorian Industrial Revolution of the American West. The Argo is also part of a 400 square mile EPA Superfund Site. The property has been remediated and hosts over 40,000 visitors annually.
Know before you go
Arrival: Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time to ensure a timely start.
Weather Considerations: Tours operate in various weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
Liability Waiver: Guests may be required to sign a liability waiver before participating in the tour.
For the safety and protection of our young visitors, all children under 40 inches tall on the Argo Mill Tour must be accompanied by an adult who holds their hand or carries them through the tunnel.
We strongly recommend guests wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes to our Idaho Springs attractions and to dress as if you are going on a hike: multiple layers for multiple kinds of weather.
Due to the extreme vertical terrain and architecture of the mill, guided tours are not accessible to some people.
Pets are allowed if they can be carried for the duration of the tour.
Please be mindful of licensed service animals and their handlers.
Cancellation policy
24 hour cancellation policy required; no refunds within 48 hours - rain checks/reschedule at a later time and date only.
