Urbex & Abandoned
North Star Mine
California, United States
The North Star Mine and Powerhouse are an historic gold mine and associated power generating facility located on Lafayette Hill in the Grass Valley Mining District, a short distance south of Grass Valley, California. It was the second largest producer of gold during California's Gold Rush. In 1898, the largest Pelton wheel for its time was built for the mine. The North Star Mine Company also owned locations on Weimar Hill, adjoining and south of the North Star Mine. It shut down during World War II after its consolidation with the Empire Mine.
- Category
- Urbex & Abandoned
- Location
- California, United States
- Coordinates
- 39.19420, -121.07600
- How to get there
- Google MapsApple MapsOpenStreetMap
- Wikidata
- Q14683511
What is North Star Mine?
North Star Mine is a Urbex & Abandoned place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Champion-Providence Mine, Griffith Quarry, Rusch Botanical Gardens, Heart Health Park.
Where is North Star Mine?
North Star Mine is in California, United States. Coordinates: 39.19420, -121.07600.
How do I get to North Star Mine?
North Star Mine is at California, United States (39.19420, -121.07600). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.