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Lost Cabin Mine of the St. Elias
1884 ยท St. Elias Mts, near Haines, AK
UnsolvedThe prize. A glacial sandbar full of nuggets
Where. St. Elias Mts, near Haines, AK
Status. Unsolved
Where. St. Elias Mts, near Haines, AK
Status. Unsolved
The account
Three railroad men crossing the St. Elias glaciers found a sandbar studded with gold and built a cabin. Only one staggered back; the cabin was never refound.
Leads, where the trail points now
- Pin down the most specific last-known position in the record before going; the legend centers on St. Elias Mts, near Haines, AK.
- What you are chasing is A glacial sandbar full of nuggets. Work the documented record of Lost Cabin Mine of the St. Elias back to primary sources and separate what is attested from folklore before you commit time or money.
- Confirm who owns and governs St. Elias Mts, near Haines, AK and get written permission before any search; treat protected or archaeological ground as off limits.
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