Rinconada Mercury Mine
Machinery left over from California's once thriving mercury industry now attracts artists and explorers.

📜 Remnant of California's once thriving mercury industry, with mining beginning in 1872 and ceasing production in the 1960s.
🔍 Open to casual hikers, it features old machinery and graffiti art.

Why Go

✨ Machinery and graffiti art attract artists and explorers🏞️ Photographic opportunities with lovely views of the woods🧗 Accessible machinery offers a thrill for safe climbing

Why Avoid

🚫 Most mine tunnels blasted shut for public safety⚠️ Climbing behind processing equipment not advised

🗺️ DirectionsFrom US-101, take exit 211 to CA-58 E towards Santa Margarita.Continue on CA-58 E until Pozo Road.Rinconada Trailhead sign will be on the right, take the unmarked trail on the right.Most GPS devices accept 'Rinconada Mercury Mine' as a destination.

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