So Many Choices
By Dominic Ricci – LDMA/GPAA Executive Director of Operations
Do you want adventure? Love the outdoors? Want to find your gold? . . . It’s out there waiting for you!
Each time you arrive at a Lost Dutchman’s Camp, you will have that internal feeling of . . . “Welcome Home!” It doesn’t matter if it’s a quick weekend escape, a day trip, or a long term stay up to six months. Each camp is unique, has scheduled activities, events and is fun for all. Sooner or later you will think, “Why did it take me so long to get home to this camp?”
“When I joined Lost Dutchman’s, I went to a few outings (events), had fun, met a lot of great people, and started planning my stays. Like a little kid, I can’t wait to go back,” LDMA member John Shannon
With so many choices, you need to plan now to get to your next camp. There is always space for you, but we do encourage you to call each camp and make a reservation, especially if there is a certain site you desire.
“My husband (Paul) and I laugh when we make our plans to stay at any of our ten ‘second’ homes.” Paul & Cathy McGillis
If you are not a Lost Dutchman’s member, take advantage of our new Lost Dutchman’s Annual membership, (or Lifetime), your all-access pass to the world of outdoor adventure, including gold mining, treasure hunting, gems, fishing, ATV/UTV off road, kayaking, hiking, photography, astronomy, crafts, geocaching, camping and more in some of the most picturesque locations across the United States.
With this exclusive membership, you’ll be granted access to Lost Dutchman’s premium properties and campgrounds, where you can experience the thrill of the outdoors while creating unforgettable memories with family and friends.
Hope to see you in one of our Lost Dutchman’s camps, playing In-The-Dirt and sharing stories around the campfire!
Lost Dutchman’s Mining Association – Camps & Properties
ARIZONA
LDMA Stanton Camp: The Camp consists of 120 patented acres at an old ghost town with several buildings dating from the l870's. Antelope creek runs through the property and has seasonal water for mining operations. The Property also includes a portion of the main wash (Slaughter House Gulch) draining from the famous gold producing Rich Hill. Full hook-ups (electric, water & sewer) and dry camping, restroom/bath house, laundry facilities, trash service, dump station, kitchen, library, billiard room, craft room, work-out room, and club house.
Extras
Exclusive LDMA claims nearby to prospect on
Great ATV trails (Must have Arizona ATV/UTV Permit)
Local Gem and Mineral Club
Lost Dutchman Property: Consists of 120-acre claim of placer on the slopes of Rich Hill; a short distance from the LDMA Stanton Camp. Dry washing and metal detecting.
CALIFORNIA
LDMA Duisenburg Camp: The Camp consists of 160 patented acres near the historical mining districts of Randsburg and Ridgecrest, in the California Mojave Desert. This high desert camp has a rich mining history and a unique beauty all its own. Primitive dry camping, club house, kitchen, library, billiard room, portable toilets, water brought in, shower, trash service and dump service w/fee.
Extras
Exclusive LDMA claims nearby to prospect on
Great ATV trails
Local Museums, Petroglyphs, Rock Shops & Ghost Town.
LDMA Finley Property: LDMA Finley Property: At 2600 ft. elevation, this picturesque property consists of 140 acres of patented land with the North Fork of the Salmon River, and Russian Creek, running through the property. Property is primitive, secluded, and covered with a variety of trees to provide shade while camping. There are no amenities on this property, must be self-contained; however, there is a forest service campground across the road. A beautiful place to escape to.
LDMA Italian Bar Camp: This was the first property that George Massie “Buzzard” acquired in 1977 for LDMA. The property consists of 160 acres of patented land on the south fork of the Stanislaus River near the restored 1851 gold rush town Columbia, CA. Dry camping, limited water hook-ups, restroom/bath house, library, club house, kitchen, trash service and dump station.
LDMA Klamath River Property: Consists of 28 acres of patented land near the Klamath River National Forest. The Klamath River banks against the property with Natural River vegetation. Primitive property, no amenities must be self-contained.
LDMA Scott River Camp: Consists of 28 acres of patented land located at the mouth of the Scott River where it meets the Klamath River at the old town site of Steelhead. Limited hook-ups (electric & water) and dry camping, limited water hook-ups, kitchen, portable toilets, shower, water available, trash service and dump service w/fee.
COLORADO
LDMA Leadville Property: Consists of 60 acres of patented land in the heart of Colorado’s premiere mining districts. A seasonal creek runs through. Primitive property, no amenities must be self-contained. Elevation is 10,430 feet so take this into consideration for oxygen levels.
GEORGIA
LDMA Loud Mine Camp: Consists of 37 deeded acres. The property is located near the eastern end of Georgia’s famous Dahlonega Gold Belt. Town Creek and one of its smaller tributaries meander through the property. Hook-Ups (Electric & Water), dry camping, restroom/bath house, club house, kitchen, pavilion, trash service, portable toilets, and dump station.
Extras
Famous Dahlonega is 15 minutes away
NEVADA
LDMA High Divide Property: Consists of 20 acres of patented land at an elevation of over 6,000 ft., just a few miles south of Tonopah, NV historic mining district. Placer gold, silver and turquoise are present in the area. Remote primitive property, no amenities must be self-contained.
NORTH CAROLINA
LDMA Vein Mountain Camp: Consists of 130 deeded acres in the heart of North Carolina’s “Mother Lode” in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Approximately 2/3 mile of South Muddy Creek and about ¾ mile of a small branch runs through the property. Hook-Ups (Electric & Water), dry camping, one cabin, restroom/bath house, portable toilets, trash service, & dump station.
OREGON
LDMA Blue Bucket Camp: Consists of 118 acres of patented land south of the historical Baker City, OR. The property has a high gravel bar on the ridge that will give years of prospecting. Hook-Ups (Electric & Water), dry camping, shower, restroom, portable toilets, club house, library, kitchen and trash service.
Extras
Great ATV trails (Must have Oregon ATV/UTV Permit)
Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage
Oregon’s Largest Gold Nugget is on display in Baker City
LDMA Burnt River Camp: Consists of 136 acres of patented land near Durkee, OR. Bisected both by the Burnt River and Deer Creek. Dry camping, restroom/shower, portable toilets, club house, library, kitchen trash service and dump station.
Extras
Exclusive LDMA claims nearby to prospect on
Great ATV trails (Must have Oregon ATV/UTV Permit)
Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage
Oregon’s Largest Gold Nugget is on display in Baker City
LDMA Cave Creek Property: Consists of 32 patented acres on Cave Creek. Approximately a mile of Cave Creek runs thru property. Camping is available at nearby LDMA Burnt River Camp.
SOUTH CAROLINA
LDMA Oconee Camp: Consists of 120 acres of deeded property located in Tamassee, SC, nestled in the foothills of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains. Approx. 1.25 miles of Knox Creek runs on a horseshoe pattern through the property. Also found is clear and smoky quartz, garnets, rubies and amethyst. Limited electric hook-ups, dry camping, portable toilets, and trash service.
LDMA EXCLUSIVE CLAIMS
LDMA Exclusive Claims: For additional Claims access, please ask LDMA Camp Caretaker when in camp and they will provide the current information on exclusive claims near that specific LDMA Camp.
