Old Dale Mines
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34.1221, -115.7950
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The abandoned mines of Old Dale district, west of Twentynine Pals, are very interesting to explore. They have artifacts and multicolored ore veins.
Disclaimer: Abandoned Mines are inherently dangerous, they can have bad air, collapse or fall down hidden shafts. Enter an abandoned mine at your own risk.
Approach[edit]
The mines are located OUTSIDE the National Park boundaries and accessed thought the network of old roads in the Old Dale district. Most of these roads will require a 4WD with high clearance, and getting there is part of the adventure.
Descent[edit]
There are multiple mines in the area, their locations are marked on any decent Topo map.
- The Carlysle Mine is one of the best mines in the area, but it requires a considerable uphill hike to access the main entrance.
- The Golden Egg is also good, and with a 4WD you can practically drive to the entrance of the mine.
- The Mission Mine used to be a fantastic mine with multiple ladders that went down 600ft, but someone set the ladders on fire and the mine is now trashed.
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Red tape[edit]
These are historical sites, please do not remove or destroy the artifacts so future generations can keep enjoying them. Abandoned mines are very dangerous, enter at your own risk.
If you want to get into serious mine exploring, join some SoCal experienced underground exploring group such as the Desert Dogs or the Underground Explorers or the SoCal Grotto or the San Diego Grotto.