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Exploring the Oro Grande Mining District

  • 4501 Woodrow Bean Transmountain El Paso, TX, 79924 United States (map)

Departure: 9AM meet at Circle K 4501 Woodrow Bean, near Lowes.

Step back in time to the historic mining district of Oro Grande where gold, silver, copper, and iron once lured prospectors. Led by geologist Lance Robert, this trip combines history and hands-on geology:

Difficulty: Moderate (short hikes, one longer ~1 mile walk with incline), Trip Length: 6+ hours

Family friendly: Kids welcome if they can walk uneven terrain

Bring: Water, lunch, sunscreen, hiking shoes, rock hammer. High- clearance vehicles recommended; carpooling available.

Trip Leader: Lance Robert

Contact: (409) 554-1961, hlswrob@yahoo.com

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