Travel Channel 

Kirsten and the crew travel in two separate planes to dig for gold at Moore Creek Mine in Anchorage, AK. With metal detectors in hand, Kirsten and the crew hit the ground running. They pick up a few nuggets within a matter of minutes. Plan your trip to spot gold in Alaska. Take a look at our toolkit to find out what you need and where to go.

The elevation at Moore Creek Camp is about 1,050 feet above sea level. The peak of Willow Mountain, just two miles away, is at 3,009 feet and is the highest point in the area. The hill on which the Broken Shovel vein outcrops peaks just 1.5 miles from the camp at 2,225 feet. Grab your sturdy boots if you plan on hiking when you're not treasure hunting.