Gold near Augusta (Maine), ME
13 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Augusta (Maine) report gold. The closest is Sandy River at New Sharon, about 26 miles out (32 min drive).
Recreational gold collecting means panning placer gravels where moving water has concentrated heavy flakes and the occasional nugget, or working the dumps of historic lode districts.
Map of 13 gold collecting spots within 150 miles of Augusta (Maine), Maine
Closest gold spots to Augusta (Maine)
- Sandy River at New SharonFranklin County, Maine26 mi · 32 min driveGold, Garnet, Magnetite
- Swift River at Coos CanyonOxford County, Maine51 mi · 1 hr 3 min driveGold, Garnet, Magnetite
- Acton Lead MinesYork County, Maine80 mi · 1 hr 40 min driveAndalusite, Arsenopyrite, Bornite
- Indian StreamCoös County, New Hampshire100 mi · 2 hr 5 min driveGold Nugget, Gold Placer
- Tunnel BrookGrafton County, New Hampshire106 mi · 2 hr 13 min driveGold Placer, Gold Nugget
- Wild Ammonoosuc RiverGrafton County, New Hampshire107 mi · 2 hr 14 min driveGold Placer, Gold Nugget
Types of gold reported near Augusta (Maine)
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Gold10
- Gold Nugget3
- Gold Placer3
Every gold spot within 150 miles of Augusta (Maine)
Sorted by distance from Augusta (Maine). Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy River at New Sharon | Franklin County | 44.6206, -70.0653 | Check locally | |
| Swift River at Coos CanyonTekwood Road | Oxford County | 44.7208, -70.6322 | Public | |
| Acton Lead MinesOrchard Road | York County | 43.4832, -70.9104 | Public | |
| Indian StreamIndian Stream Road | Coös County | 45.2811, -71.2916 | Public | |
| Tunnel BrookTunnel Brook Road | Grafton County | 44.0930, -71.9000 | Public | |
| Wild Ammonoosuc RiverRoute 112 | Grafton County | 44.1487, -71.9375 | Public | |
| St. Croix River at Grand Falls Flowage | Washington County | 45.2513, -67.5230 | Check locally | |
| Missisquoi RiverLoop Road | Orleans County | 44.8662, -72.4168 | Public | |
| Gihon RiverBlakeville Road | Lamoille County | 44.7004, -72.5541 | Public | |
| Gold BrookNorth Hollow Road | Lamoille County | 44.4478, -72.6612 | Public | |
| Little RiverCemetery Street | Lamoille County | 44.4713, -72.6791 | Public | |
| Lamoille RiverRiver Road East | Lamoille County | 44.6277, -72.6808 | Public | |
| White RiverVermont Route 12A | Orange County | 43.9475, -72.7182 | Public |
Gold near Augusta (Maine) FAQ
Where can I find gold near Augusta (Maine)?+
13 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Augusta (Maine) report gold. The closest is Sandy River at New Sharon in Franklin County, roughly 26 miles away (32 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect gold on public land near Augusta (Maine)?+
11 of the 13 spots here sit on land mapped as publicly accessible. Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land with limits set by the local field office; national parks and most state parks are closed to collecting. Confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
Do I need a permit to pan for gold?+
Hand panning is generally allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land that is not under an active mining claim, with no permit needed for pans and hand tools. Sluices and dredges fall under state rules and often do need permits. Check claim maps before working a creek: panning someone's claim is theft.
How far from Augusta (Maine) do I need to drive?+
The nearest gold spot is about 26 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 148 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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