Joaquín Murieta's Bodie Hills Stash
Joaquín Murieta, the famous 'Robin Hood of El Dorado,' was rumored to have multiple caches of stolen gold hidden throughout California. One of his largest stashes, valued at $200,000 in gold coins and dust, is said to be buried in the Bodie Hills, just north of the famous ghost town. The gold was hidden inside a cave or buried near a peculiar geological formation resembling a Spanish saddle.
Field Research Notes
Bodie Hills is largely managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). Metal detecting for historical artifacts is restricted, but searching for minerals/nuggets is allowed on open mineral claims. Verify claim maps via LR2000.
Recommended Gear
VLF Metal Detector, Pinpointer, BLM Map
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