Historic 1880's Gold Mine Jeep Adventure near Scottsdale Phoenix

5.0(38)3 hFree cancellationBy Rackensack Canyon Tours

About this activity

Step back into the Arizona Wild West with this Historic Gold Mine Jeep Adventure. With adrenaline pumping, you enter mine to follow same vein of Gold that prospector “Old Rackensack” chased in 1880. Our Hard-Rock mine allows guests to Safely experience Old-Timers painstaking methods for extracting the elusive precious mineral that had such a profound impact on Arizona’s History.

In-route to the Mine, you will explore the Upper Sonoran Desert’s rugged landscape with Flora & Fauna photo stops plus educational narration about Rackensack Canyon’s Archaeological Indian Ruins. After an exhilarating mountainside ride to Summit Studio/Giftshop, you will enjoy complimentary refreshments before heading to mine.

Sit back and enjoy the ride with Certified Off-road Desert Guide in our Custom Jeep Gladiator that is weatherized for "Rain or Shine" Tours and exclusively designed for safety, comfort plus maximum visibility of spectacular vistas.

What's included

✓Complementary Bottled Water on Jeep
✓Tour inside Gold Mine and Interaction with Guide explaining genuine artifacts
✓Complementary Snacks at Mountaintop Studio
✓Gift Shop
✓Studio Activities: Steer Head Roping, Cornhole & Horseshoes
✓Restroom Facilities

Not included

✕Tour Guide gratuity

Meeting and pickup

Pickup at Carefree Town Center on East side of their World Famous 35 Foot Tall Sundial (Near Hampton Inn). White Jeep Gladiator will be parked there ready for boarding at your designated departure time.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travelers with excessive fear of heights may experience anxiety in our mountainous terrain.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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