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The Sluice at Bethel Outdoor Adventure

Maine Minerals

Hunt for Treasure!

Maine Minerals

Explore world-renowned geology and mineralogy in Western Maine. 

Fun for All

Hunt for Treasure!

Maine Minerals

Visit the sluice with family, friends, school groups or birthday parties!

Our experts are here to guide you through the process!

Hunt for Treasure!

Hunt for Treasure!

Hunt for Treasure!

  • blue and golden beryl
  • amethyst
  • tourmaline
  • rose, smoky, optical quartz

Visit the Sluice Website

At the sluice we sell buckets of mined material, providing a broad spectrum of area gems and minerals. 


The Sluice is open 7 days a week.

Summer hours 10am - 4pm

Spring & Fall hours 11am - 3pm

We will close for the season on October 13, 2020.


Click here to visit the Maine Mineralogy website where you can learn more about what to expect.

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Pricing

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Choose Your Bucket

Choose from 4 buckets.

All buckets are 3 & 1/2 gallons.

They are priced differently based on the quantity and quality of gems in the bucket.


White Bucket $27.50

Blue Bucket $55.00

Red Bucket $110.00
Dream Bucket $250.00

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Dig & Sort

Choose a bucket and use the data sheet handout to learn what colors or shapes to look for. 

Then take time to sort, screen and wash. In order to identify gems, a trained staff member is on hand. Alternatively, cross identify rock specimens with our display board. 


We recommend  no more than 3 people work through each bucket. The process usually takes about an hour. 

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Equipment Provided

We have tables, screens and a water source in the Sluice to help you easily dig through gems and minerals. 


A reservation is not necessary.

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Bethel Outdoor Adventure & Campground

121 Mayville Road, Route 2, Bethel, Maine, 04217

1-207-824-4224

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