A lode mine originally blasted out in 1901, Indian Valley Mine still produces gold. You can buy bags of ore ($20, $50 or $100) and see for yourself. The wonderful proprietors are extremely knowledgeable on the history and science of Alaskan gold mining; ask about the potato retort.
Indian Valley Mine
Anchorage Region
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
19.93 MILES
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18.3 MILES
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4. Girdwood Center for Visual Arts
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14.6 MILES
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