Peak Hill Open Cut Gold Mine Experience - TOWN WITH A HEART OF GOLD
VIEW ORIGINAL DIGGINGS & FIVE OPEN CUT MINES
Gold was discovered at Peak Hill in 1889. Peak Hill was described as a high hill of felspathic rock containing large masses of iron, ferruginous quartz and quartzite.
The mine ceased production and was closed 2002. A tour of the mine reveals eye-opening original gold working dating back to 1890s, several walking trails, easy and difficult with well constructed viewing areas to the open cut mining areas.
Mine tours can be booked for groups of 20 or more people. Phone (02)6862 6000
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