An open camping area is on the claim where you can camp near the year round flowing Stillwater Creek that runs thru a brush meadow.

There are some nice bends in the creek making for good gold catching areas.

Also a good area for gem prospecting up the mountain ridges.

Located in a beautiful forest of pines and aspens.

Grand County has a number of beautiful lakes, see listing pictures.

See the Buying Process further below, my financing options to choose from, and how to purchase my claim.

See with the top pictures maps and satellite views.

Click on the top picture then arrow right to see all.

According to geologists, placer gold deposits are present in nearly every creek in this Rocky Mountain area. This area in particular is surrounded by gold-bearing creeks, including North Supply Creek. The area once prospected by early settlers, the area creeks are still considered to contain placer gold.

There are some nice, large bends in the creek making for excellent gold catching areas.

Our claims here are located on the historical Stillwater Pass, a maintained road thru the Rocky Mountains, a drive known for its natural beauty.

The Pass allows for easy access into the wilderness.

Known as a snowmobiling area in the Winter.

Stillwater Pass is an easily accessible route that connects Granby to Highway 125. As you gain elevation, you will be awarded with beautiful views from the roadside of the peaks in the distance as well as the roadside wildflowers and wildlife. The area is a very popular OHV area and has many recreational trails along the entire route including the most popular; the Lost Lake Trail. For most of the trail, you will be near rivers and creeks, and there is a lot of wildlife in the area. There is evidence of black bear, moose, elk and deer in the area and moose are in the area. At the bottom of the west side of the pass, the Vagabond Ranch is located at Waypoint 21. The area near the Vagabond Ranch was a hunting ground for the Ute and Arapahoe Indians. At the conflux of Bill Creek and Willow Creek is said to be a sacred ground for the Ute Indians. In the 1800's, the site was used as a stagecoach stop on the route from North Park, WY to Middle Park, CO. There are remains from Gilsonite mining in the area, and the Gilsonite Trail was perhaps the route that the miners used to go to and from the mines.

The claim has a large meadow with the creek running thru it adding to the beauty of this claim.

Our claims here are near Apiatan Mountain, which is known as a source for placer gold that is then deposited into Stillwater Creek from the Winter snowfall thaw.

There is a nice cleared camping spot on a side road off of the main claim road.

The bends in the creek make for excellent gold catching areas.

Stillwater Campground on Grand Lake is also nearby.

Grand County has a number of beautiful lakes.

The area also has two state wildlife areas, with great opportunities for wildlife viewing.

This Grand Lake area known with the whole county as the snowmobiling capital of Colorado, and our claims here all have such access during the Winter.

There are several places in the town of Grand Lake to rent snowmobiles if you do not have your own, with guided tours if you choose.

See the Snowmobile Trail Map with the top pictures.

National Forests remained open at all times during the virus with a televised invitation by the Director for families to visit them as safe places for family recreation, making our mining claims some of the safest places for your family to enjoy and get away from all the nonsense.

A mining claim is an affordable way to enjoy the beauty of the land combined with the adventure of panning for gold and using your rock hammer for gens up the mountain ridges on the claim.

Owning a mining claim is having access to a lifetime of great family fun and recreation, in a very beautiful, natural setting.

We feel we are selling more than the gold and gems on beautiful land.

You would be acquiring an experience that will give you a good feel for what the old time prospectors must have felt during the days of the original Colorado Gold Rush.

Rockhounding in Colorado

Starting with the rich gold and silver deposits which were the starting point of so many Colorado towns, the Centennial State, with over 770 types of minerals to be found, is second only to California in the number of different gems and minerals statewide.

Colorado is also host to a dizzying array of rocks and minerals. Some of the higher profile include dinosaur fossils.

Colorado can certainly be considered a rockhound and gem hunters dream.

The vast mountains of national forests gives one a newfound sense of exploration and discovery.

Besides gold, this area is also known for having precious and semi-precious gemstones, including the state named gemstone aquamarine, and gems such as fluorite, turquoise, crystals, opals, topaz, amethyst, and smoky quartz.

Another good sign for our claims here are the other experienced prospectors who have claims throughout Grand County as most of the county is now all claimed up.

Locals are aware of the gold panning potential in the creeks in this area, and the whole county area has a number of prospectors owning and working their claims for years.

BUYING PROCESS

To purchase my claim, the process would be, I would need your name(s) and mailing address, and which payment option you choose, where I would scan and email you a signed contract.

Total price of $3500, that can be paid in one full payment where your ownership is then transferred after receiving payment,

or $3500, paying $1750 first month, and $1750 2nd month,

or $3500, paying $1500 first month, $1000 2nd month, and $1000 3rd month,

or $3500, paying $700 per month for 5 months,

or $3500, paying $500 per month for 7 months,

or $3750 paying $375 per month for 10 months.

A $199 deed processing fee is paid with final payment.

Owner financing, No credit check. No interest charged.

No down payment.

You can use the claim as yours while making monthly payments.

Ownership transfer after final monthly payment.

A signed contract will precede payment.

After receiving your final payment, your ownership of the 20 acre claim will be legally recorded with the Bureau of Land Management and Grand County

I am a retired teacher, and got into prospecting as a hobby with my family.

I am 74 and my wife 71, and we have gained the experience to select the best areas to locate claims.

This is an ideal place to own a mining claim, near the very cool mountain town of Grand Lake and then also near Winter Park, and all the water activities on Grand Lake itself.

Though you are out in the wilderness will all of the necessities close by.

Outdoor activity does not stop here in the Winter.

Though there was a fire in this area several years ago, the National Forest Service has put millions of dollars into bringing back the forest as it used to be with cutting down trees and adding thousands of new trees.

For the possibility of constructing any building you or others could live in, you need to file a Plan of Operation with the BLM for approval, showing you have developed a full-time operation performing diligent mining.

You do not need a plan, permission nor a permit to camp and prospect.

You do not need to be a full time prospector to file a Plan for a shed type structure.

For any building like a shed, you need to file a Plan of Operation with the BLM for approval. For anything to live in, you would need to file a Plan of Operation with the BLM for approval, and to be considered, you would need to have developed a full-time mining operation.

If within one year you are not satisfied with your claim, you can trade for another comparable claim, just paying the BLM and County transfer fees which will be about $125.

Claim buyer will also receive a new, free, Gold Panning Kit:

One 14 inch Gold Trap pan; One 10.5 inch Gravity Trap pan, One combination sifter/classifier with 7/16 of an inch exit holes, One Gold Guzzler snuffer bottle, One Tweezers/ Magnifying Glass combo tool.

With an approved BLM Plan of Operation, a building can be built on the land: any building that benefits and improves the claim, though you cannot live on a mining claim.

As stated by the BLM, this can be the "construction of a building, road, fence, or enclosure necessary for mining."

Current usage, is what the BLM calls, Casual Use: panning, shovel, rock hammer, metal detector, creek powered sluice box, where no permission nor permit is needed to camp and prospect.

Mining Claims as an investment: if you purchase a claim from us, at no charge, I would help you if you ever decided to sell in the future.

Mining Claims are a great investment, as claims go up in value over time, just as land does.

This is also an area where you can explore and prospect for gems off the creek on your claim.

This is a 20 acre unpatented, gold mining placer claim, the Stillwater Creek #3, with over 660 feet of beautiful creek to prospect, and is in Grand County, Colorado, in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, and the Arapaho National Forest. The claim is legally registered with the Bureau of Land Management out of Lakewood, CO and Grand County. You own the mineral rights, not sharing with others, on the 20 acres, and use your 20 acres recreationally for camping and prospecting in an awesome, beautiful area.

20 acres = 660 ft. x 1320 ft.

Camp on your claim or in the areas national forest campgrounds.

A claim owner does not need permission nor a permit to camp and prospect.

You can prospect as little or as much as you like.

Now that we have located the claim, you never have to declare to the BLM any gold or gems you find.

On our visits to the claim, we gathered in and around the creek, approx. 1/8 of an ounce of gold, being worth about $225. As the BLM does not specify the amount of gold to be found to locate a claim other than gold needs to be discovered, we use this amount for a 20 acre claim as a projection of good gold potential. Someone with more time may find more. Gold prices are over $2500/ounce. Though we could never guarantee what you will find, we did locate this claim in an historically rich area for gold prospecting.

Gold has gone up over $500/ounce in the past 2 years.

You are allowed to post No Trespassing for Prospecting signs in and around the claim.

A mining claim owner may limit or restrict public recreational use of/or public access across claims or portions of claims that are actively used for prospecting, mining, or processing operations where public recreational use of a claim would endanger or materially interfere with legitimate mining pursuits.

Grand County is brimming with natural beauty, adventure, and authentic Colorado heritage. Each town has its own distinct character and story to tell. Home to Colorados largest natural lake, Grand Lake, and the headwaters of the Colorado River, Grand County offers the most accessible water for recreation in Colorado. Only 67 miles from Denver, Grand County is the ultimate getaway for a genuine Colorado experience.

Search for riches continues in Grand County where Gold Rush miners left off. In 1875 silver, lead, copper, and gold ore were discovered in the Never Summer Range, less than 20 miles from the shores of Grand Lake. A mining boom soon echoed across the region, creating such towns as Gaskill, Dutchtown, Teller City, and Lulu City. Mines like the Ruby, Eureka, Bonanza, and the Wolverine brought eager miners from Georgetown, Denver, and points east.

People in Grand County have mastered the art of relaxation. It would only seem natural, given the spectacular surroundings and the away-from-it-all tranquility of the valleys.

Known for its outdoor activities means Grand County offers ways of restoring sore muscles with the right dose of hot springs soaking, spa treatment, and even a few sips of local vino.

So if you find yourself in need of a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, come on up to Grand County.

Nearby Towns:

TOWN OF GRAND LAKE: A Rocky Mountain Getaway

The quaint village of Grand Lake is situated on the serene shores of the largest natural lake in Colorado, surrounded by majestic mountain peaks. With the breathtaking backdrop of Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand Lake, Colorado, is the ideal basecamp for outdoor adventure, family fun and mountain memories in the making.

Take a stroll along the historic, Western-style boardwalk. Enjoy an ice cream cone on the beach. Search our locally owned and operated shops and galleries for the perfect souvenir. Explore hundreds of miles of scenic trails for hiking, biking, xc skiing, and snowshoeing. Party like a local at our events, such as our lakefront music festivals, parades, fireworks displays, and annual Buffalo Days. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife sightings, especially the moose that sometimes wander right into town. Whether youre pumped for a day of high-adrenaline adventure, pining for a romantic weekend getaway in a cozy cabin, or planning a week of unplugged pastimes for the whole family, youre in the right place.

Grand Lake, the largest natural lake in Colorado, welcomes boaters, anglers and beachside swimmers all summer long. From the water you can gaze at the craggy peaks of nearby Rocky Mountain National Park, where youll find lesser-traveled hiking paths and woodsy campsites. Lace up your hiking boots and set out on rolling trails throughout the Kawuneeche Valley to rushing waterfalls and aspen-covered cliff sides.

As the air cools in Grand Lake, the trees around the water turn to autumn auburns and golds best viewed on the hike to Adams Falls in Rocky Mountain National Park where you can see the whole town from above. Hear bugling elk as they wander through the park during peak wildlife-viewing season or pack a map and trek the trails in nearby Arapaho National Forest (learn about Arapaho National Recreation Area passes and fees).

When temperatures drop, many Grand Lake residents drive to town on their favorite winter transportation, a snowmobile. You too can zip around in style by renting one and taking a guided tour with a local outfitter like Grand Adventures. Strap on some ice skates and glide on the lake or grab a hot cocoa and explore the shops. Cross-country ski through the Grand Lake Nordic Center to explore snowy trails or spot Mount Baldys silvered peak from across the frozen lake on a winter walk in town.

In early spring, you can still sneak in snowy activities like snowshoeing and ice fishing. By the latter half of the season, the frost begins to thaw and residents welcome early signs of warm weather. Pack a jacket and enjoy the tranquil pathways and snowcapped views on the East Shore Trail or the wheelchair-accessible Coyote Valley Trail. Then, settle in for the night at one of Grand Lake's hotels, cabins or cozy lodges.

GRANBY

Granby was founded in 1905. The town was named after attorney Granby Hillyer, who worked to lay out the town site. Granby was created along the railroad being build by Denver, Northwestern, & Pacific. The site was chosen because of the dry ground and great views of the surrounding Rocky Mountains.

Uncover clear water reflecting snowcapped peaks, crisp mountain air and endless opportunities for adventure on Lake Granby. Whether you're looking for water recreation or lakeside relaxation, this expansive Colorado reservoir has something for every visitor.

Summer, fall, winter or spring, our location in the heart of the Rocky Mountains allows local residents and visitors to enjoy downhill skiing and snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, fishing, camping, hiking, biking, golfing, rafting, horseback riding, and an array of other exciting outdoor activities.

WINTER PARK

The town of Winter Park is home to the Winter Park Resort, Colorado's longest continually operated ski resort.

The area also has abundant cross-country skiing opportunities, and in the spring and summer, Winter Park is known for mountain biking, concerts, hiking, and fishing. This and the many pubs and restaurants make for a fun filled visit.

Hot Sulphur Springs

Hot Sulphur Springs, founded in 1860, is named for the famous and refreshing hot spring in the area. In the past, Ute and Arapaho tribes used the hot springs as their healing waters.

ARAPAHO NATIONAL FOREST

Established in 1908 and named after one of the several Native American tribes who spent their summers in the Grand Lake area, the Arapaho National Forest encompasses more than 440,000 acres of mountain peaks, trails, campsites, lakes, rivers and forests in Grand County. In addition to Rocky Mountain National Park, much of the land surrounding Grand Lake is part of the Arapaho National Forest, including the Never Summer Wilderness, the Byers Peak Wilderness, the Indian Peaks Wilderness and the Vasquez Peak Wilderness.

These beautiful, rugged wilderness areas offer some of the most spectacular places for hiking, camping, horseback riding, mountain biking and more.

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This claim has direct legal road access on a good National Forest dirt road, with areas for camping, and gold and gems discovered in surface prospecting.

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A transfer of ownership is a sale of legal, exclusive ownership of a mining claim site. To be a legally recorded claim, gold had to be found on the claim, which was completed by us, as we are the original claim locators.

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Your ownership is legally conveyed via a Quit Claim deed, and legally recorded with the BLM and Grand County. A Quit Claim deed is the required legal document per the BLM.

Each year, on or before September 1st, you need to file a simple form with the Bureau of Land Management, along with $200. You can also pay the fee online with the BLM by credit card.

By doing this, you keep the claim forever.

I have paid the fee for this new claim year, not due again until September 1, 2025.

You must be a current US citizen with a US address to own a mining claim in the US.

There are no separate taxes on mining claims in Colorado,

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An unpatented mining claim is a specific parcel of federal land, valuable for a specific mineral deposit or deposits. It is a parcel for which an individual has asserted a legal right of possession and the right to develop and extract a discovered, valuable, mineral deposit.

Mining claims are real property that you can buy, sell, or inherit. After proving the existence of valuable minerals on the land, the claim is legally recorded with the Bureau of Land Management and Grand County.

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The Stillwater Creek #3 is a gold and gem unpatented, placer mining claim ideally situated on Stillwater Creek, surrounded by beautiful Rocky Mountain ranges.

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Your 20 acres is the East 1/2 of the SW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 25, Township 4 North, Range 77 West, 6th Prime Meridian, known as the Stillwater Creek #3 mining claim, in the Rocky Mountains.

BLM Claim Number: CO106391593

Driving Directions:

About 17.6 miles west of the quaint mountain town of Grand Lake.

Left onto US-34/Trail Ridge Road out of Grand Lake,

To right onto Co Hwy 4,

Turn right to stay on Co Hwy 4,

Turn right to stay on Co Hwy 4,

Then using GPS coordinates below to the claim.

About an hour and a half from Denver

GPS Coordinates:

Stillwater Creek #3

NW 40.2756, -105.9736

NE 40.2756, -105.9711

SW 40.2721, -105.9736

SE 40.2721, -105.9711

The claim location monument has a 4 foot wooden post near the creek on the claim, with copy of Location Notice attached, as required by the Bureau of Land Management.

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The creek on the claim is a unique advantage for gold prospecting.

Gold always occurs in gravels in the metallic state and when so found has various physical characteristics. Gold is dense and heavy, it has a characteristic metallic color, and it is soft and easily malleable (it is easily formed by hammering). These are the characteristics used by prospectors to identify gold in the field.

Placer gold occurs on the claim as small grains derived from gossan formed by weathering, and oxidation of the gold, copper and iron rich veins. Gold also occurs as grains flakes and small nuggets derived from the erosion of mineralized fault zones on, and upstream from the claim.

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Additional Features:

Flatter camping areas on the claim by the creek.

Year round creek on the claim for panning.

Fishing in the creek.

Beautiful Rock specimens for you Rock Hounds, as this also is a gem prospecting area.

Located in one of the most beautiful mountain areas in the US.

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The Federal Government owns the land.

You are purchasing the mineral rights.

You own the mineral rights, including gold and gems on the claim, as real property, being the same legal ownership as for land and homes.

Prospect, explore, on the whole 20 acres.

You can camp on a claim while prospecting.

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TERMS:

To purchase my claim, the process would be, I would need your name(s) and mailing address, and which payment option you choose, where I would scan and email you a signed contract.

Total price of $3500, that can be paid in one full payment where your ownership is then transferred after receiving payment,

or $3500, paying $1750 first month, and $1750 2nd month,

or $3500, paying $1500 first month, $1000 2nd month, and $1000 3rd month,

or $3500, paying $700 per month for 5 months,

or $3500, paying $500 per month for 7 months,

or $3750 paying $375 per month for 10 months.

A $199 deed processing fee is paid with final payment.

Owner financing, No credit check. No interest charged.

No down payment.

You can use the claim as yours while making monthly payments.

Ownership transfer after final monthly payment.

A signed contract will precede payment.

After receiving your final payment, your ownership of the 20 acre claim will be legally recorded with the Bureau of Land Management and Grand County. The quit claim deed is the correct document to be recorded for a mining claim, as stated by the BLM.

This is not a sharing with others of your 20 acre claim.

And just a note of encouragement for you on your purchase:

My wife and I have located, prospected on, and sold mining claims in

Colorado going on now for over 30 years.

You can trust we will process your notarized deeds correctly and quickly.

In that mining claims are processed thru the Bureau of Land Management, a

Federal Govt. agency, not following thru per our legally signed contract, would be a federal crime. I certainly will do what I say, and would never put myself nor my wife in any legal jeopardy.

Also, we have sold properties on 3 sites online for over 25 years:

Landwatch, LandandFarm, and Landcom.

Our continued good status on these sites is due to our always following thru, as just one time we would not, we would not be allowed to sell on these sites ever again.

COMMENTS FROM SATISFIED CLAIM BUYERS:

You are awesome!!! I cannot thank you enough.

I seriously cant say thanks enough for making this process so seamless. I look forward to visiting the claim in the coming weeks! If more claims pop up around this Colorado location, I have a buddy who is interested as well.

I'm looking forward to having some time on the mining claim.

We used to go camping 4-6 weeks out of the year.

Even though I realize this is a retirement business for you. I wanted to say thank you for giving so many people over the years the opportunity to purchase your claims. I've seen them available for a long time, but never had the opportunity to purchase anything. They have probably brought many smiles to so many people. It will be the same for us.

"We purchased 2 mining claims from Michael Leu over the last 2 years, one in California, and one In Colorado. We have been to our claims on several occasions, and we could not be happier! They are exactly as described, and our camping on our claims and prospecting in the creek on each claim is the highlight of our vacations. You can trust Mr. Leu. If you are looking for a great time in the awesome beauty of the west, buying a mining claim from Mr. Leu will be a blessing."