The sound of Interstate 90 traffic provides a constant backdrop at this drive-in campground just off the highway near Kellogg. Crystal Gold Mine sits on open terrain with large, spacious sites that accommodate RVs with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections. The proximity to I-90 makes access exceptionally convenient for travelers, though reviewers note the road noise continues throughout the day and night.
Sites feature fire rings made from tire rims and picnic tables, with some shade trees scattered across the property. The campground includes a working gold mine that offers 40-minute tours, complete with gold and gem panning opportunities for visitors. "The kids did some gem panning and found some gold specks," notes one camper who appreciated the educational mining experience. Long-term campers occupy some sites, creating a mixed community of overnight travelers and extended-stay residents.
The facility provides basic amenities including restrooms and a dump station, though no laundry or bathhouse facilities are available. Staff members receive praise for their friendliness, particularly at check-in. The Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes runs directly across the road, providing easy access to the rail-trail system. For campers exploring the area, campgrounds near Kellogg offer additional overnight options in the Silver Valley region.
This campground works well as an overnight stop for travelers needing full hookups along the interstate corridor, though the persistent highway noise may not suit those seeking a quiet retreat.
Description
Welcome!
The only authentic 1880's underground gold mine tour in the Northwest!
**Winter or summer, the Silver Valley is a great place to vacation! **The Crystal Gold Mine, near Kellogg, Idaho was one of the first hard rock mines in the Silver Valley. Worked during the 1880’s; closed by hiding the mine, it was rediscovered in 1991, reclaimed in 1996, and opened as a tourist historical attraction.
The work was all done in candlelight by hand. The guided underground tour explains how they drilled with "Hand Steels" using "Single Jacks" and "Double Jacks" (Hammers), how they traced the quartz vein using 1880 methods, how they tested the vein for gold. Beautiful stalactite crystals of smithsonite in an array of colors coat the walls. Gold and wire silver can still be seen in the quartz vein.
Crystal Gold Mine can be reached by taking Idaho Exit 54 on Interstate 90 to the Miner's Memorial (located on the North side of the freeway). Turn left (west) on Silver Valley Road, and go two miles.
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Location
RV ParkCrystal Gold Mine is located in Idaho
Address
51931 Silver Valley Rd
Kellogg, ID 83837
Coordinates
47.5320754 N
116.0912908 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 5/2/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 5/2/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/2/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 36 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 1 hr 5 min from Spokane, WA
- 1 hr 58 min from Missoula, MT
- 2 hrs 31 min from Lewiston, ID
