The gold rushes of the 19th century have long since ended, but there are still plenty of places you can hunt for the precious metal using a shovel, pan, metal detector, and more. In fact, recreational ...
The U.S. is home to many towns shaped by the 19th-century gold rush, from Groveland, an underrated gateway to Yosemite National Park, to Nevada City, a perfect alternative to Napa Valley. Many of ...