Historic Anvil Creek is where the biggest nuggets were found during the 1900 Gold Rush to Nome, and gold is still discovered there, today

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Guests at AKAU often find gold nuggets using the technique of metal detecting. Roam the expanse of our property with these easy-to- operate devices in pursuit of finding your own gold. 

High banking and sluicing are two proven methods of mining that produce a higher return of gold.Use our modern sluice boxes and water pumps for optimal results.

AKAU guests may choose to dredge on our property, or at a remote camp to increase 'gold haul' yield. Looking for an authentic experience similar to the big outfits? This is it.