Claim Details
Location: Bumble Bee, Arizona
Size: 18.04 Acres
Type: Unpatented Placer Claim on BLM Land
Historical Context: The Black Bee Placer is located at the confluence of Black Canyon Creek and Bumble Bee Creek, offering claim owners access to a section of Black Canyon Creek along with a portion of Bumble Bee Creek. This claim is near the historic Black Canyon placers and Bumble Bee placers, regions that have produced gold for generations. Early prospectors worked these waterways for placer gold, and the area continues to hold potential for modern-day prospectors.
Gold Potential: The Black Bee Placer is located in a known nugget-producing area, with reports of nuggets as large as 4 ounces found on neighboring claims upstream. The surrounding region is known for gold-bearing gravels and favorable conditions for prospecting. Seasonal water flow in Black Canyon Creek and Bumble Bee Creek makes this claim excellent for dredging during the rainy season. Even in dry conditions, the exposed gravels and crevices hold potential for gold discovery.
Black Canyon Creek and Bumble Bee Creek: This claim includes a section of Black Canyon Creek and Bumble Bee Creek, offering an ideal mix of gold-bearing gravels, bedrock exposures, and deeper bedrock. These features are perfect for dredging, dry washing, and metal detecting, ensuring a variety of opportunities for prospectors to uncover gold.
Easy Access and Parking: Access to the Black Bee Placer is straightforward from the main road to Bumble Bee. However, reaching the claim itself requires a four-wheel-drive truck or a side-by-side vehicle, as the road down to the site is rough but manageable.
Nearby Amenities:
- Bumble Bee Ranch: Just minutes away, offering RV parking, camping, and meals.
- Black Canyon City: A convenient stop for fuel and supplies.
- Spring Valley and Cordes Lakes: Additional services and provisions nearby.
- There is also a large open area just above the claim that serves as a popular spot for camping and RV parking, perfect for those planning extended prospecting trips.
Why Choose Black Bee Placer?
The Black Bee Placer gives prospectors the unique opportunity to work a historic gold-bearing region at the confluence of two creeks. With seasonal water flow perfect for dredging and ample material to process even when dry, this claim offers year-round potential. Whether you are an experienced prospector or looking to start your journey, the Black Bee Placer provides the ideal location to explore Arizona’s gold-rich creeks.
For more information on the Black Bee Placer, contact us at Patriot Mining Claims by calling 928-499-5275 or emailing patriotminingclaims@gmail.com.
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