Costa Rica Gold Prospecting

[FeMontero]

Before my vacation to Costa Rica 2 weeks ago, I heard that there were a few places people had found gold in a few rivers/streams. So wanting to find out for myself I packed my folding sluice box and gold pan.
Well needless to say, after lots of talking to locals and scoping out a few locations, I finally hit a nice spot where I found very thin flakes.
Although not as much as I hoped for, It was a great experience none the less and will be a place where I will return.

 

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[benny]

Was in Osa for five days about 10 years ago. Wasn't even thinking of looking for gold, but the resort owner told me that across the river is where they found the 9lb nugget that's on display at the gold museum in San Jose. Went there too. Had to empty my pockets just to get in the door. First scuba dive of my life was off Caño island. Jeez, I'd love to go back...

 

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