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Gemstone Panning Adventure

Scavenger Hunts

Panning Adventure

Come experience the Panning Adventure and bring home your new treasure!

Journey back hundred of years ago, when miners would pan for treasures like gold and jewels! Adventurers will be given a bag of “mining rough” where their arrowheads or gemstones are trapped! To unearth them, they must report to the sluice, where they can play in the water trough while hunting for their arrowheads/gemstones.

Gemstone Panning Adventure Details
Age: Ages 3+
Price: $10
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Gemstone Panning Adventure Is Available With The Explorer Day Pass

Explorer Day Pass

Play this activity as much as you want & 10+ other activities. Access is on a first come, first served basis.

Price: Starting at $45 (9 & Under) / $50 (Ages 10 & Up)

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"An amazing family day of climbing and adventure!"

—Christina T

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What's Included In The Pass?

Buy one pass and play 13+ awesome activities at The Forge Adventure Park. There’s something for all ages and interests.

Zipline Only Ticket

Climb rock walls, zipline, and conquer high ropes challenges.

Mini Golf

18-hole miniature golf course for all ages!

Kids Discovery Zone

Where Adventure Meets Nature!

Kids Adventure Pass

One-of-a-kind outdoor jungle gym for kids! Now with NEW Kids Discovert Zone!

Kids Jump Zone

Kids Jump Zone with jumping pads & inflatables!

Laser Tag

The team game of simulated combat experience & realistic sound effects.

Paddlesports

Float and glide on the Lemont Quarry lake in a kayak or canoe.

Archery Range

Try out your archery skills at our all new range!

4-Seater Dino Karts

Take a leisurely ride as a family and explore The Forge together.

Lawn Games

Outdoor Fun for Everyone!

Archery Golf

Try out your archery skills at our brand new Archery Golf course!

Axe Throwing

Hurl an axe at a wooden bullseye in this safe & social game played in teams.

Classic Scavenger Hunts

Self-guided puzzles to solve clues and explore nature.

Orienteering

Master your navigational skills with a detailed map and compass.

BMX Pump Track

Epic Mtn/BMX biking Pump Track

Hiking Trails

Hike, run, or walk the nature trails within Heritage Quarries & The Forge.

Casual Riding Trails

Bring your bike and freely explore the numerous trails in and around the park.

Free Parking & Park Admission

Parking and admission to park are always free — we're a free-to-visit, pay-to-play adventure park.

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We get it. Plans sometimes change. We make it easy to cancel and reschedule your reservation.

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Where To Check-In

Head to the Mini Golf Check-In to start your Gemstone Panning Adventure

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Gemstone Panning Adventure Information

Access to the sluice where you can play in the water trough while hunting for your arrowheads/gemstones 3lb bag of mining rough (choice of arrowhead or gemstone) Educational gemstone ID postcard Take home collection bag Personalized labels for collection bag and mining rough bag Great for ages 3+
No, this activity is not included in any of The Forge passes. Please purchase this adventure as an add-on or stand-alone activity!
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What Our Guests Are Saying

What a great place! Took 9 graduating high school seniors here. Did the explorer pass and they loved it! Kayaking, canoeing, paddle boating, archery, axe throwing, laser tag - kept them busy the whole 7 hours they were open. The location is gorgeous. The employees are super friendly and competent.
Kelly Aceto
Kelly Aceto
Great place to spend time with friends and\or family. Had a great time with my brother and niece. The staff is great and very attentive to each and every person. Even walking out we had a staff member ask how our day was! There are many different "elements" (types of obstacles). I was wondering if I could make it and I did.
Dan Hand
Dan Hand
Great place for a birthday party! Kids loved the park and staff were amazing and helpful! The staff were very tentative to keeping the park clean and safe for all of the kids. Amazing fun! I’m a mom and made it through the ropes, zip line and the climbing wall! This is a place for the whole family.
Cathy K
Cathy K
We had the best time and will definitely be back. All the employees were so polite, kind and helpful. You can spend all day and you wouldn't get to do everything. We brought our Junior girlscout troop and they all had a blast.
Jen Panattoni
Jen Panattoni

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Saturday, April 4

Park & Trail Hours: Sunrise to Sunset

ACTIVITIES
Climb & Zipline:

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Explorer Activities:

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Mini Golf:

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Food & Beverage
The Foundry:

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Unlimited play of 13+ activities
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All day fun for one price!
Kids Adventure Pass
Ultimate jungle gym for kids 3-13
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Saturday, April 4

Park & Trail Hours: Sunrise to Sunset

ACTIVITIES
Climb & Zipline:

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Explorer Activities:

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Mini Golf:

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Food & Beverage
The Foundry:

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday, April 04
Explorer Day Pass
Unlimited play of 13+ activities
Ultimate Adventure Pass
Climb & Zipline Aventure with unlimited play of 13+ activities
Kids Adventure Pass
Ultimate jungle gym for kids 3-13
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