Panning for Gemstones
in Ruidoso, NM
Panning for Gemstones
Panning for gems in Ruidoso at Funtracker Family Park is an exciting and unique experience that allows visitors to sift through the water sluice and uncover incredible treasures. Whether you’re a seasoned prospector or a first-timer, the thrill of discovering a precious gemstone never fades. With an abundance of gems including topaz, turquoise, garnet, and amethyst, the sluice offers an impressive variety of colors and shapes to explore. After sifting through the water, the gems are revealed as they glimmer in the sunlight. The process is both hands-on and interactive, making it a popular activity for families, couples, and solo explorers alike. Once you have uncovered your treasures, you take them home and admire their beauty for years to come. Panning for gems in Ruidoso is an unforgettable experience that combines nature, history, and adventure in one thrilling activity.
Requirements for Panning for Gems
- $10.00 per Bag of Mining Rough
- Two (2) Discount Tickets are accepted for this attraction per bag.
- Tickets are available at the ticket office, located on the East end of the parking lot.
- This attraction may close if temperatures are too low to operate.
WANT TO ADD TO YOUR COLLECTION?!
Crack Your Own Geode!
Select from more than 9 different sizes. Then, with help from the attendant, you will use the geode cracker device to split yours in two. What is inside? Different colors, crystal designs, and beauty! The larger they are, the more you are guaranteed a gem like amethyst.
If you want to join in on the geode fun, just pay at the Maze office and they will get you set up. They take cash or credit cards.
Souvenir Gemstones
Want to add to your collection? A wide variety of gemstones are available to purchase at the maze office. From sanded and polished smooth stones, to fool’s gold, to peacock ore, the wide variety of colors, shapes, and sparkle will bound to catch your eye!
Find the one (or more!) that you want and pay at the Maze office. They take cash or credit cards.
Get back home and show off your pay dirt!
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