Butte Creek Forks Recreational Area
- State
- CA
- County
- BUTTE
- Size
- 160 ac
3.5
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About this claim
The Butte Creek Forks Recreational Area offers easy access via a rugged, mostly dirt road that is best navigated with a 4x4 or quad, especially during wet conditions. Members have reported good potential for gold, primarily using panning methods, with some success noted on exposed bedrock and gravel bars. While the area is scenic and features trails for hiking, it is important to note that facilities are limited, and visitors should practice Leave No Trace principles. Some past observations mention that certain areas may have been heavily prospected, so exploring further upstream may yield better results.
Land status: BLM PUBLIC AREA
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