Twin Creeks Mining Company at The Adventure Center
A Hands-On Activity for Kids and Families
Sift through mining rough, rinse it in the water sluice, and uncover colorful gemstones, fossils, and other small treasures to take home. Gem mining is a simple, family-friendly activity that makes a great add-on during your visit to Greek Peak.
GPS Location: 1856 NYS RT 392, Cortland, NY / Virgil, NY 13045
Search, Sift, and See What You Find
Gem mining gives kids and families a fun way to slow down, explore, and enjoy a small hands-on activity together. Guests choose a mining bag, pour it into a screen tray, and rinse it through the flowing water to reveal what is hidden inside.
It is easy to do, fun to watch, and every guest gets to keep the treasures they uncover.
How Gem Mining Works
1. Choose Your Mining Bag
Pick from available mining rough options. Each bag includes a mix of materials to sift through and discover.
2. Rinse It in the Sluice
Pour your mining rough into a screen tray and use the flowing water to wash away the sand.
3. Find Your Treasures
As the sand rinses away, gemstones, fossils, shells, or other small treasures may appear.
4. Take Them Home
Your discoveries are yours to keep, making gem mining a fun activity and a simple souvenir from your visit.
● A Great Add-On for Families
Gem mining is a good fit for guests looking for a quick, low-pressure activity during their visit. It is especially popular with kids who enjoy collecting, discovering, and taking home something they found themselves.
What Can You Find?
Each mining bag offers a different mix of discoveries.
Available options may vary, but you may uncover items such as:
- Gemstones
- Fossils
- Shark teeth
- Arrowheads
- Seashells
- Tumbled stones
- Other small treasures
*Selection may vary by season and availability.
Mining Rates
Pay Dirt – $9.99*
Minecraft Find – $11.99*
Arrowhead Find – $11.99*
Fossil Find – $13.99*
Mother Lode – $24.99*
*Tax not included.
FAQ
We are a cashless resort and do not accept cash payments. Please plan accordingly.