Overview
The Cross Creek 004 Unpatented Placer Claim is located in the Union Park Drainage, specifically on Cross Creek.  Cross creek is a known gold bearing stream with lode deposits upstream and placer workings throughout the creek on a small scale.

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This claim has good access, camping onsite, and an easily locatable stream to bring equipment in.  Additionally, the claim also features numerous prospect pits and old miners cabins within the claim boundary lines.

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Traditional small scale placer workings are evident onsite adjacent to the creek.  Large pieces of quartz float have been located on the claim.

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Due to the relatively narrow stream width a 2 inch suction dredge or large high banker is recommended for this claim.

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Camping

Dispersed Camping is allowed on the claim for up to 14 continuous days.

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History
Upstream from Cross Creek 004 Claim is the Cross Mountain Mine and Wahl Lode, these lode deposits are thought to be the source of the alluvial gold found within Cross Creek.

 

Claim Map

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Access
4WD Pickup Truck accessible via dirt Forest Service RD  approximately 5 miles from the Taylor Trading Post. The Forest Service RD goes right thru the claim making it easier to launch a dredge into the stream without the need for long hikes and carrying equipment great distances.  The town of Tincup is located about 60 minutes from the town of Gunnison, Colorado.  With access to the town/claim from Gunnison being via Almont Canyon.

 

The claim is at around 10,00 feet above sea level and the accessible mining season generally runs from May - October depending upon snow conditions.  From November to April the claim is only accessible via snow machine.
 

Recommended Gold Recovery Methods

Dredging, High Banking, Sluicing, Gold Panning
 

Land Ownership Status

Forest Service

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Satellite Claim Boundary Overlay

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Tincup General Area Info

The Tincup area is great for a summer getaway.  Quality dispersed camping sites are found in the general area that can accommodate a large fifth wheel and all your toys.  Taylor Res is located about 10 miles downstream and hosts great fishing and water recreation during the summer.  

There is a restaurant in Tincup that is open during the summer.  ATV & UTV riding is extremely popular with a large amount of trails active in the region.

 

Mirror lake is also close by for further water sport and hiking activities.  

 

Taylor River is a great designated trout fishing stream with miles of open creek access.

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What Is Included In The Purchase

1. Quit Claim Deed

2. Google Earth Map

3. Waterproof 24X36 hardcopy 1:24,000 Map

4. Corner & Discovery Point GPS Coordinates

5. 2 Hours of Free Complimentary Consulting

6. Certificate of Location Copy

 

Prospecting Disclaimer

The Cross Creek 004 Unpatented Placer Claim CMC# 106319447 is an Unpatented Federal Mining Claim.  Any form of mining or prospecting is barred without prior approval from Gunnison Gold Prospecting Company.  This website listing does not constitute or convey approval from Gunnison Gold Prospecting Company to mine or prospect the claim in any capacity.  Mineral theft is a Federal offense and is prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law as listed in the 1872 Federal Mining Laws.

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Next Steps

• Contact Me

• Setup A Prospecting Day if you would like to test the claim before purchase (Optional)

• Buy Outright or Finance In House

Contact Information

 

Tyler Long

Lead Prospector

Gunnison Gold Prospecting Company

Direct Line:  970-901-9043

tyler@gunnisongoldprospecting.com