Gold near Portland (Maine), ME
10 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Portland (Maine) report gold. The closest is Acton Lead Mines, about 35 miles out (44 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 10 gold collecting spots within 150 miles of Portland (Maine), Maine
Closest gold spots to Portland (Maine)
- Acton Lead MinesYork County, Maine35 mi · 44 min driveAndalusite, Arsenopyrite, Bornite
- Swift RiverOxford County, Maine76 mi · 1 hr 36 min driveGold, Garnet, Magnetite
- Indian StreamCoös County, New Hampshire123 mi · 2 hr 34 min driveGold Nugget, Gold Placer
- White RiverOrange County, Vermont124 mi · 2 hr 35 min driveGold
- Gold BrookLamoille County, Vermont131 mi · 2 hr 44 min driveGold
- Little RiverLamoille County, Vermont133 mi · 2 hr 46 min driveGold
Types of gold reported near Portland (Maine)
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Gold9
- Gold Nugget1
- Gold Placer1
Every gold spot within 150 miles of Portland (Maine)
Sorted by distance from Portland (Maine). Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acton Lead MinesOrchard Road | York County |
| 43.4832, -70.9104 | Public |
| Swift RiverTekwood Road | Oxford County | 44.7371, -70.6080 | Public | |
| Indian StreamIndian Stream Road | Coös County |
| 45.2811, -71.2916 | Public |
| White RiverVermont Route 12A | Orange County | 43.9475, -72.7182 | Public | |
| Gold BrookNorth Hollow Road | Lamoille County | 44.4478, -72.6612 | Public | |
| Little RiverCemetery Street | Lamoille County | 44.4713, -72.6791 | Public | |
| Mad RiverVermont Route 100 | Washington County | 44.0928, -72.8645 | Public | |
| Gihon RiverBlakeville Road | Lamoille County | 44.7004, -72.5541 | Public | |
| Missisquoi RiverLoop Road | Orleans County | 44.8662, -72.4168 | Public | |
| Lamoille RiverRiver Road East | Lamoille County | 44.6277, -72.6808 | Public |
Gold near Portland (Maine) FAQ
Where can I find gold near Portland (Maine)?+
10 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Portland (Maine) report gold. The closest is Acton Lead Mines in York County County, roughly 35 miles away (44 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect gold on public land near Portland (Maine)?+
10 of the 10 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 Portland (Maine) do I need to drive?+
The nearest gold spot is about 35 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 138 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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