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Make sure you book our small deluxe lodge if you are planning on mining alot at Herkimer Diamond Mines. #herkimerkoa #kampgroundsofamerica #geology #koa #camping
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The Best Campsites for Fun & Convenience at Herkimer Diamond MinesKOA Resort! Looking for the perfect camping spot for your next adventure? At Herkimer Diamond Mines KOA Resort, we’ve got amazing campsites just steps away from the KOA Store and all the exciting campground activities! Whether you’re here to dig for Herkimer Diamonds, relax by the West Canada Creek, or enjoy a weekend of family fun, these sites keep you close to the action while still offering the peace of nature. Book your ultimate camping getaway today and experience the best of Herkimer Diamond Mines KOA Resort! #HerkimerKOA #BestCampingSpots #KOACamping #FamilyCamping #HerkimerDiamonds #RVLife #CampingFun #HerkimerDiamond #gems #kampgroundsofamerica
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Relax, Recharge & Take in the View! Our Medium Lodges at Herkimer Diamond Mines KOA Resort offer one-of-a-kind stays—each with a unique layout and a cozy patio overlooking the beautiful West Canada Creek. Sleeps up to 5 | Private Patio | Scenic Creek Views Perfect for families, friends, or anyone seeking a peaceful getaway in Upstate New York! Book your stay at one of the top-rated campgrounds in the region—where comfort meets nature. Call 415-891-7355 today !! #Herkimerdiamondmineskoaresort #familyadventure #camping #outdoors #adventure #gems
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Very fun family time. My kids (ages 4 and 6) got bored within a couple hours. Unfortunately telling them to stare at the ground and look for shiny stones just wasn't interesting enough (can't imagine why...). But the adults had fun blasting open rocks with mini sledge hammers. And the kids did in fact find lots of good crystals. Pro tip, bring your own sledge hammer. They give you loaners, but they're too small. 2-5lb hammer should do the trick. Don't bother with a rock hammer or other stuff. Here's what you need: sunscreen, bucket for crystals, gloves, eye protection, knee pads, heavy tweezers, and good boots. Don't bring a pickaxe or a shovel, leave those to the 'professional' miners (yeah they were there). You'll be looking for crystals that are dime size and smaller. Anything larger than that will be a miracle and don't count on it. But we filled a sandwich bag with smaller crystals over a full day of mining. Preferably go right after a day of rain as the crystals will be just sitting on the top of the ground and are easily seen if you're looking. It's far more entertaining to bust open a rock, but honestly you're not finding many crystals that way.
Kevin CampbellKevin Campbell
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This was one of the best places I have been in a long time. We stayed at the KOA in a cabin that was really nice. TV, stove, shower, a fold out bed and two other beds, small fridge, grill, fire pit, sand box on the side of the cabin, right on Canada creek, I mean it was laid out, across the street was the diamond mines, you an rent tools but we brought ours and you can take as many rocks as you can carry. These rocks were everywhere just walking you can find small ones on the ground. Do a little digging and you can find them in the rock. If you leave there without any, you had a blind fold on. They are everywhere, it was the most fun I had in a very long time. Everyone is so nice and helpful and kind. It some work I will have to say, but it was good especially when you find a diamond. I just can say enough about this place. It says do I recommend buying tickets, what I mean reserve your lodging first, then when you get there you buy what you need. Its open from Early April until the first of November everyday.
Laura JankowskiLaura Jankowski
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Always a good time at Herkimer Diamond Mines. This is the second time I've been to Herkimer Diamond Mines. We went the last week of the season this year and were a bit disappointed that Mines 2 & 3 were closed off, leaving us with only Mine 1. Mine 3 (furthest mine back), was where was 'struck gold' last year- it was less picked over and some the larger chiseled out rocks that were in block form were in piles near the rock ledge. When turned over, they had large pockets and diamonds in them. A hammer is given to you with admission, but I would recommend bringing your own smaller chisel and hammer with a smaller head for better results. Otherwise, you get tired quickly with little fulfilled. The facilities themselves are very new and offer a lot of selection as far as the cafe, gift shop, restrooms, and sleuths. The restrooms could have used some cleaning, but overall the property was well-kept. The mines are great for the whole family.
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4626 NY-28, Herkimer, NY 13350
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herkimerdiamond.com
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outdoor
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attractions: Herkimer Diamond KOA Resort, Ace of Diamonds Mine & Campground, restaurants: Miners Table
