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Small Group Ghost Town Gold Mine Tour with Hoover Dam Experience

Alexis Park Resort, 375 E Harmon Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89169
Duration

5 to 10 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

13 people

Languages

English

Overview

Combine several must-see sights outside of Las Vegas—Spring Mountain State Park, Techatticup Mine, the Hoover Dam, and Nelson's Ghost Town—on a single tour. All transportation is provided, which makes this multi-stop tour easy, and you'll travel with a small group which means you get personalized attention. Along the way, listen to insightful narrative from your guide, allowing you to get the most out of your explorations.

  • Entrance fees: Techatticup Mine, Nelson’s Ghost Town, Hoover Dam
  • Convenient pickup and drop-off on the Las Vegas strip
  • Small group of just 12 people or fewer
  • Unlimited drinking water provided

What To Expect

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Mike O’Callaghan – Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge



We will make a photo stop at the second largest Dam in the united states! Built in 1931 the Hoover Dam was the largest and most powerful Dam in the world until 1940! Hoover Dam was so large it spawned a city know was Boulder City (Largest city in Nevada). You will have an opportunity to walk on the second tallest bridge in the USA and step right over the border of Nevada and Arizona! Make sure to bring your fully charged photo device as this location is know for its beautiful picturesque views of the Hoover Dam and other scenic views!

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Nelson Ghost Town



During the late 1800’s, Nelson was extremely remote at the time with the nearest law enforcement in Hiko, NV about 200 miles away. This created lawlessness in true Wild West fashion with many prospectors being Civil War deserters with Renegade Indians hiding out in the canyons. After some time, the minors formed factions between Northern and Southern sympathizers which led to more feuding in the canyon, and killings, which at one point was everyday. There was a renegade Indian named “Queho”who was reportedly Nevada’s first serial killer near the area whose last killing was near the Techatticup Mine in 1919. Nelson was rebuilt after 50 years of inactivity with many buildings being restored to resemble the old mining town. Nelson was also used for two motion pictures, both starring Kurt Russell, Breakdown (1997) & 3000 miles to Graceland (2001). Since then, Nelson has been a destination for wedding photography, photo shoots, and a historical stop on the way to the Colorado River.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Eldorado Canyon Mine Tours



The Techatticup Mine Tour is one-hour and 0.25 miles long on gravel that is only one level. This is the oldest mine, and richest, in Southern nevada from 1861 to 1945, where you will see the quartz veins the gold and silver were mined from. The name “Techatticup” derives from the Paiute Indian word for hungry, a term often heard by early settlers from the starving Indians inhabiting the Dry Hills.

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Spring Mountain Ranch State Park



(If you upgrade your tour package)
Located 17-miles to the west of the Las Vegas Strip and next to Red Rock Canyon sits Spring Mountain State Park. This is simply a spectacular place to watch the sunset!

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • Entry into Techatticup Mine Tour
  • Entry into Hoover Dam if it's open. If not, we will stop at big-horn sheep park.
  • Entry into Red Rock Canyon (if you upgrade your tour package)
  • Unlimited Water
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

Durations

5 to 10 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

Alexis Park Resort, 375 E Harmon Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89169
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