Lorman Mine (Aka Gold Crown Mine) - 29 Palms

In the desert near 29 Palms by Joshua Tree National Park is an amazing little secret of the desert, Lorman Mine also known as the Gold Crown Mine. Lorman Mine is a verticle mineshaft that is roughly 180 feet straight down. But in this case, the mine isn't the main attraction, it is the remnants of... Read More
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Highlights of Lorman Mine (Aka Gold Crown Mine) - 29 Palms

Altitude Category Icon Altitude
Desert Category Icon Desert
Ghost Town Category Icon Ghost Town
Iconic Category Icon Iconic
Mine Category Icon Mine
Rock Category Icon Rock
Sand Category Icon Sand
Wash Category Icon Wash
Highest Elevation
2256 ft
Shape of Trail
Connector
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Nearest Town
Yucca Valley
Nearest Services
Yucca Valley
Management Agency
BLM - Johnson Valley
District
Barstow Field Office

Overview

In the desert near 29 Palms by Joshua Tree National Park is an amazing little secret of the desert, Lorman Mine also known as the Gold Crown Mine. Lorman Mine is a verticle mineshaft that is roughly 180 feet straight down. But in this case, the mine isn't the main attraction, it is the remnants of the abandoned mining camp that still remains. To get to this historic, but forgotten destination, you will need a 4x4 built for an off-road adventure. With over a dozen foundations and structures still remaining, this can easily be a stop when enjoying an overland trip down Old Dale Road. Thus the next time you are up for a new adventure, you should think about Lorman Mine near Doberman Mountain and Old Dale Road.

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20 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
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