Clear Dredge

Clear Creek, a gold bearing tributary of Grimes Creek, is fed by nearby Jackson and Wilson Peaks. These are the same source providers for the Grimes Creek and Elk Creek tributaries which are historically famous for their gold production. The creek about 5 miles downstream passes by historic Pioneerville and mountains of dredge pilings from the old dredge work done on the lower portion of Clear Creek. This portion of Clear Creek is nestled amongst narrow forested valley walls which prevented old time miners from dredging in this area leaving the creek virtually untouched. Small pools are situated along the claim with gold bearing gravels present. Test holes dug all throughout Clear Creek, found bedrock varying roughly between 3-6 feet deep. The gold in the photograph was taken directly from the site from the current owner (seller), who, due to his age is unable to work the site any longer.

The claim is surrounded by forested mountains with good road access in a region rich in gold history. A small open camp site is located on the south side of the claim, which is the picture of the flat open area. The picture with the camp trailer set up, the seller wanted us to show which is about ½ mile downstream, as there are several good places to camp on this drainage. This claim is a unique offering, with dredging season, good access, along with considerable privacy for those who wish to get away from it all. Full services are available at Idaho City about 14 miles away.