Pioneer Mining Supplies

Gold panning and prospecting supplies—perfectly on-brand for Gold Country.

Pioneer Mining Supplies is a specialty outfitter for gold prospecting and treasure hunting, serving hobbyists and serious prospectors alike from its High Street shop and an online store. Shelves are stocked with power sluices, sluice boxes, gold pans, metal detectors, wet suits, rock tools, books, and concentrators like the Blue Bowl, covering nearly everything needed to work the rivers and hills of Gold Country. It's a fitting business for Auburn, where gold-rush history is woven into the landscape, and the staff cater to a customer base that reaches well beyond the region. For curious visitors, it's a fun stop to gear up for a panning adventure or simply browse the tools of a trade that built the area. Seasonal hours vary, so calling ahead is wise.