Gold Panning in BC
Gold panning in British-Columbia isn’t about striking it rich—it’s about discovery, history, and connection to the land.
By sticking to government approved locations and practicing responsible methods, amateurs and hobbyists can enjoy this classic pastime while helping preserve access for future generations.
Prospecting Basics on BC Placer Claims
Sluice Boxes
Using sluice boxes along creek beds helps capture fine gold particles efficiently during active water flow.
Metal Detecting
Metal detectors assist in locating buried nuggets beneath surface gravel along the rivers and creeks in remote BC placer claims.
Dredging Methods
Small-scale dredging extracts gold-rich sediments and nuggets from river bottoms while minimizing environmental impact but it does require approval from the Mineral Titles Office in British-Columbia.
Trench Digging and Drilling
Systematic sampling across BC placer claims areas and satellite imagery reveals promising spots and guides efficient prospecting efforts.
Get Started
Are you ready to try panning to find alluvial gold? Let’s guide you through the first steps.