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Unpatented Gold Mining Claim on Historic East Slate Creek – Near La Porte, CA
Location: CA

Description
Prime unpatented gold mining claim on historic East Slate Creek near La Porte, California. "Slate Creek Gold Slide" (CA106701835) sits on one of the richest stretches of East Slate Creek, just 30 minutes from the legendary mining town of La Porte. Forest road access suitable for 4x4 SUV or mid-size truck leads to convenient parking at the Slate Creek crossing. Short 5-minute hike upstream reaches the lower claim section where gold appears in every pan. Ideal for panning, crevicing, sniping, and highbanking. Supports 3-4 inch dredge operations in the creek. Highly mineralized gravels with abundant, concentrated gold verified through sampling. Upper section offers additional exploration potential. Outstanding claim in a proven gold-producing area.
Property Details
State
CA
Claim Type
Patented
About Mining Claims in CA
This Patented claim located in CA is available for purchase. Mining claims provide the legal right to explore and extract minerals from federal public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
$5,000.00
Current Price
Source: eBay Marketplace
Last Updated: November 27, 2025
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