Gold Panning the Pacific Northwest is the premier reference source for anyone interested in getting started with or continuing their gold prospecting in the Pacific Northwest region. Fully revised and updated, this guide contains accurate, up-to-date prospecting information for all known panning areas in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. The write-ups for each site include driving directions, GPS coordinates, historical information, land ownership restrictions, full-color photos, and geological background. Look inside to find: Full-color images and site maps, GPS coordinates, Geology basics, Tools of the trade for every level of collector, Rules and regulations