Eastern Idaho is not a particularly rich area when it comes to mineral resources when compared to most other parts of the state. Most of the gold and silver mining takes place in the mountainous parts of central Idaho, but there are a few random mining camps located in eastern Idaho too. You can find […]
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Pierce, Idaho – Our State’s First Major Gold Rush
Near the Clearwater National Forest, lies the historic gold rush town of Pierce, Idaho. Located about 30 miles east of Orofino, the town of Pierce stands as the birthplace of gold mining in the State of Idaho. It has the notable distinction of being the first major gold discovery in the state. Gold Strike […]