Oregon Gold Finder

PUBLIC ACCESS • GOLD • DETECTING • COINS

2026 UPDATED • 11 PUBLIC SPOTS

Find gold & history
in Oregon.

Recreational spots on BLM & USFS land. Pan creeks, detect historic tailings, hunt old coins near gold rush sites.

FOCUS
Placer • Relics • Coins
SPOTS 11
A–Z
Click any spot to center map & see details
Interactive Map
Gold / Panning
Detecting / Relics
Zoom + pan • Click markers or list items

Select a spot

Details, access info, tips & what to expect will appear here.

Quick Start Tips
  • 1. Always check active mining claims on BLM MLRS before going.
  • 2. Recreational panning (hand tools) is generally allowed on open BLM/USFS land.
  • 3. Metal detecting for coins/relics: follow state park + federal rules. No historic artifacts removal.
  • 4. Fill all holes. Pack out trash. Leave no trace.
Top Areas by Type
PLACER / PANNING
• Quartzville Corridor
• Rogue River (Hellgate + Nugget)
• Cow Creek
• Sixes River
DETECTING + COINS / RELICS
• Sumpter dredge tailings
• Bohemia (Sharps/Brice)
• Applegate historic
• South coast beaches
Key Resources
Oregon State Parks Metal Detecting Rules BLM Oregon Minerals & Mining Recreational Gold Panning Pamphlet (PDF)
Pro tip: Download the free Gold Panner's Guide books or use onX Hunt / Gaia for offline maps + claims layers.
This is an unofficial community helper app. Locations are approximate public recreational areas based on BLM, USFS, and public reports. Always verify current conditions, claims, weather, and legal access. Do not trespass. Respect all posted signs and private property.
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