Lucky Strike Gold & Gem Mine, Campground

Pan for gold in a stream that was mined in the early 1800s or look for gemstones in our flumes. Dining and gift shop on site. 51 campsites, 26 are full hook-up with electric, water and sewer, and 25 have electric and water, a dump station is available.

Getting There & Details

Hours
Open to the public all year 8:00 AM till 7:00 PM daily except DEC 25.
Address
251 Lucky Strike Drive, Marion, NC 28752
Phone
828-738-4893
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.luckystrikegoldandgem.com
Map
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