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Historic 1880's Gold Mine Jeep Adventure near Scottsdale Phoenix
5.0(38)Scottsdale3 hours
VIATOR5.0(14)TRIPADVISOR5.0(24)
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At a glance
Duration
3 hours
Price from
$195 / person
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 38 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 9
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
Pickup at Carefree Town Center on East side of their World Famous 35 Foot Tall Sundial (Near Hampton Inn). White Jeep Gladiator will be parked there ready for boarding at your designated departure time.
Step back into the Arizona Wild West with this Historic Gold Mine Jeep Adventure. With adrenaline pumping, you enter mine to follow same vein of Gold that prospector “Old Rackensack” chased in 1880. Our Hard-Rock mine allows guests to Safely experience Old-Timers painstaking methods for extracting the elusive precious mineral that had such a profound impact on Arizona’s History.
In-route to the Mine, you will explore the Upper Sonoran Desert’s rugged landscape with Flora & Fauna photo stops plus educational narration about Rackensack Canyon’s Archaeological Indian Ruins. After an exhilarating mountainside ride to Summit Studio/Giftshop, you will enjoy complimentary refreshments before heading to mine.
Sit back and enjoy the ride with Certified Off-road Desert Guide in our Custom Jeep Gladiator that is weatherized for "Rain or Shine" Tours and exclusively designed for safety, comfort plus maximum visibility of spectacular vistas.
Tour Options
Historic 1880's Gold Mine Jeep Adventure near Scottsdale Phoenix
Itinerary
10 min
Designated Departure location for our tours is in Carefree, Arizona Town Center on the East side of their World Famous Sundial. Come early and stay late to enjoy the small town hospitality of this beautiful community with excellent restaurants and unique shops in abundance.
80 min
Our private Road Easement in Tonto National Forest is connected to North Scottsdale/Carefree, Arizona. The trailhead is located 15 minutes northeast of our pickup location from the Sundial in Carefree.
90 min
We own the destination Mountain Top Sanctuary that you will be visiting which allows us to offer unique boutique style sojourns unlike any other. From spectacular wildflowers in spring to an occasional dusting of snow in Winter or mesmerizing panoramic views from the summit, each of our tours provide a Unique Arizona adventure that is available exclusively from Rackensack Canyon Tours.
Highlights
Complementary Bottled Water on Jeep
Tour inside Gold Mine and Interaction with Guide explaining genuine artifacts
Complementary Snacks at Mountaintop Studio
Gift Shop
Studio Activities: Steer Head Roping, Cornhole & Horseshoes
Restroom Facilities
What's included
Included
Complementary Bottled Water on Jeep
Tour inside Gold Mine and Interaction with Guide explaining genuine artifacts
Complementary Snacks at Mountaintop Studio
Gift Shop
Studio Activities: Steer Head Roping, Cornhole & Horseshoes
Restroom Facilities
Not included
Tour Guide gratuity
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travelers with excessive fear of heights may experience anxiety in our mountainous terrain.
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Historic 1880's Gold Mine Jeep Adventure near Scottsdale Phoenix lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $195 per person for this Scottsdale experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Pickup at Carefree Town Center on East side of their World Famous 35 Foot Tall Sundial (Near Hampton Inn). White Jeep Gladiator will be parked there ready for boarding at your designated departure time.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 9 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(38)
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Loschi
May 1, 2026
Great Gold Mine Tour with Rackensack Canyon Tours!
We had a wonderful time on the Gold Mine Tour with Rackensack Canyon Tours. We explored Tanto National Forest and an authentic, old gold mine. Our guide Rebel was friendly and knowledgeable, and able to answer all of our questions. You really got an understanding of life back in the area 100+ years ago and the flora and fauna of the area. Charles and Ginger were warm and welcoming, and our kids got to learn how to lasso! The 3-hour timing of the tour was the perfect amount of time. Would highly recommend this tour!
Operator response
Hello Rackensack Canyon Tour Guests,
Thank you for letting us know that you had a "Wonderful Time" on your Gold Mine Tour. You're right, Rebel is an excellent Desert Guide and has a passion for Arizona that she's happy to share with everyone.
Charles & I also enjoyed your company and the Kids earned an A+ for their lasso abilities !
We hope you'll visit us again soon.
Sincerely,
Ginger Underwood
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Carol_V
April 22, 2026
10 out of 10 FUN
Very informational. Perfect for sight seeing and nature. Charles and Ginger were the perfect host with snacks and a wonderful conversation. Then off to the gold mine. Our guide, Paul, was very knowledgeable and amazing! Highly recommend the whole experience!
Operator response
Hi Carol,
Thank you for choosing our Arizona Gold Mine Adventure...we love to hear the "Perfect" too. We hope you'll visit us again soon on the Mountain !
Sincerely,
Ginger Underwood
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donsW3853AR
April 16, 2026
Great scenery, great gold mine hosts and our tour guide rebel was the best.
This tour was an exceptional experience! It exceeded everyone’s expectations, was informative, exciting and I cannot wait to take family members.
Operator response
Hello Don,
Thank you for the "5-Star" Review for our Gold Mine Jeep Adventure Tour. The History & Beauty of Arizona is Amazing and we're honored to share it. See you again soon !
Ginger & Charles
C
Candace M
March 22, 2026
Less focus on the mine and more focus on the mountain life
Our tour guide Rebel was fun and gave us lots of information. The ride was scarey at times going up switchbacks with no guard railing but, our driver knew the roads well. The couple who owned the mine were very gracious and welcoming.
Operator response
Thank you for visiting our Gold Mine and we enjoyed hosting you !
Sincerely,
Ginger Underwood
J
jillene_H
March 13, 2026
One of a kind tour! Ruth, Ginger and Charles made you feel like family
It was unbelievable. Much better than advertised. It was so very personalized. Felt like visiting our own family members!
Operator response
Hi Jillene,
Thank you so much for your Kind Remarks. Our Gold Mine Tour is such a Treasure and we Love to share it with everyone and you felt like Family too !
Sincerely,
Ginger Underwood
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davekarchner
March 11, 2026
Gold Mine of a Tour!
Rebel was a fantastic guide. Extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Charles and Ginger were wonderful hosts as well. Great tour!
Operator response
Hi Dave,
Thank you for your "5-Star" Gold Mine Jeep Review. Rebel is a Fantastic Guide and Charles & I both enjoyed hosting everyone too. Hope you'll visit Arizona & us again soon !
Sincerely,
Ginger Underwood
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David_K
March 11, 2026
Gold Mine Tour
Rebel was a fantastic guide. Extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Charles and Ginger were wonderful hosts as well. Great tour!
Operator response
So Happy that you enjoyed our Gold Mine Jeep Adventure ! Arizona is Amazing in so many ways and we are Blessed to share our Desert Tours with so many. Hope you'll visit us again soon.
Sincerely,
Ginger Underwood
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Guide65575285259
February 21, 2026
A nice way to see the desert and see what a gold mine looked like. The owners are a real treat!
A great experience. We'll worth the time and money.
Operator response
Appreciate you sharing your experience and thanks for choosing Rackensack Canyon Tours for your Arizona Adventure.
J
Jessica_W
February 16, 2026
Such a beautiful...
Such a beautiful atmosphere like nothing I've ever seen before. If you are from out of state this is a must do! The guide big D was amazing and the hosts Ginger and Charlie make you feel so at home! Worth every penny would do it again!!
Operator response
Hello Jessica,
Thank you for your Review of our Gold Mine Tour !
Charles & I both are so Happy to have found this amazing property and to be able to share it with so many.
Yes, "Big D" your Desert Guide is a very experienced plus entertaining Gladiator driver....glad you enjoyed the trip & we hope you come see us again soon !
Sincerely,
Ginger Underwood
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Christine_W
January 24, 2026
Do it!
Our tour guide, Rebel, was an excellent guide and had obviously studied her history of the area. Everything was well done and informative. Definitely worth the money!
Operator response
Christine, we enjoyed having you two on the tour and feel honored that you chose us to celebrate your Anniversary. Congratulations and may you have many more years of happiness.
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