Rockhounding - Treasure Hunting
Gold Prospecting
Below is a list of links to DesertUSA articles and related information.
One of the most famous prospectors of the time, trapper/gold seeker “Pegleg Smith” traveled through the Anza Borrego region. It's rumored he discovered black gold somewhere in the east part of the Borrego desert.
Take a video trip to the Opal Hill Mine click on picture.
Other DesertUSA Resources
Gem Trails of Southern California Book
Related Books & Gifts - Trading Post
Riding over Gold on Your ATV in Ocotillo Wells
Desert Rocks, Minerals & Geology Index
Desert Survival Primer
Desert Survival Kit
Desert Survival: The Solar Still
Geocaching
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