Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site

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Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site Reed Gold Mine is the site of the first documented find of gold in the United States. A visitor center and trails are available for free.
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Daily guided tours of the mine and gold panning are available for a small fee.

We’re here till 9! Come out and have a glowing- good time!
10/17/2026

We’re here till 9! Come out and have a glowing- good time!

10/17/2026

Attention Visitors: Due to this evening special event, no guided tours of the mine will be offered today.

We are GLOWING with excitement for tomorrow nights event! Tickets available at the visitor center beginning at 5:30 pm u...
10/17/2026

We are GLOWING with excitement for tomorrow nights event!
Tickets available at the visitor center beginning at 5:30 pm until we sell out. The event runs 6:00-9:00pm.

10/16/2026

Attention Visitors: Due to event set up the underground mine will be unavailable during the day tomorrow October 17th, 2026 for tours. It will reopen next week for guided tours on Tuesday October 20th, 2026. Thank you for your understanding.

10/16/2026

Attention Visitors: Reed Gold Mine is experiencing issues with our phones as we are migrating systems. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. At this time there is no eta when they will be fully moved to the new system and will answer our phones when we are able. Thank you for your understanding.

10/16/2026

Attention Visitors: Due to an upcoming event, the last guided tour of the mine will be at 1:30 today.

Want a sneak peek of Saturday night? Just a glimpse of what to expect? Tickets are still available online, or grab yours...
10/15/2026

Want a sneak peek of Saturday night?
Just a glimpse of what to expect?

Tickets are still available online, or grab yours in the Visitor Center Saturday evening starting at 5:30!

Today is the last day to guarantee your spot for "Reed Glow Mine!" Tickets sales end tonight. A limited number of admiss...
10/15/2026

Today is the last day to guarantee your spot for "Reed Glow Mine!" Tickets sales end tonight.
A limited number of admission tickets will be available Saturday evening starting at 5:30pm.

Enjoy a brilliant night time event filled with family fun!

🎟Event Update!🎟You can now get tickets at the gate for this Saturdays "Reed Glow Mine"! Tickets at the door will be $5 p...
10/14/2026

🎟Event Update!🎟
You can now get tickets at the gate for this Saturdays "Reed Glow Mine"!
Tickets at the door will be $5 plus tax. For an additional $4 you can purchase a special glow-panning ticket that also includes a goodie bag while supplies last.
The event runs 6:00pm-9:00pm and promises to the fun for the whole family!

A limited number of gate tickets are available and are first come, first serve beginning at 5:30 pm.
Pre-purchase tickets are still available and guarantee your spot at panning and a goodie bag!
**This event contains blinking and flashing lights and may not be suitable for anyone with light sensitivities.**

10/13/2026

Attention Visitors: Due to a Special Event this weekend the underground mine will be closed to the public on Friday afternoon and all day Saturday.

Address

9621 Reed Mine Road
Midland, NC
28107

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(704) 721-4653

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