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Diamond Hill Mine, Abbeville: Hours, Address, Diamond Hill Mine Reviews: 4.5/5
Diamond Hill Mine #4 of 10 things to do in Abbeville
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59 Diamond Mine Rd # 99, Abbeville, SC 29620-3258
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Review Highlights “Mine Where You Sleep” The Diamond Hill Mine offers a pay to dig experience for crystals of various kinds. Bring all the... read more Reviewed October 16, 2017 minerakl56 , Zephyrhills, Florida
“Not fare! ” I have been here several times in the past few years. It started as a nice time and then went to... read more Reviewed September 9, 2017 Ellie B via mobile
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Overview Diamond Hill Mine is one of the premier Quartz mines in the south. Among the varieties of Quartz that can be found he… More
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Reviewed October 16, 2017
Mine Where You Sleep The Diamond Hill Mine offers a pay to dig experience for crystals of various kinds. Bring all the tools you will need to dig and break rock and a wagon or cart would be advisable. We took advantage of the rustic camping offered on location.... More
minerakl56 Zephyrhills, Florida
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Gina1420, Owner at Diamond Hill Mine, responded to this review Responded October 18, 2017
I'm glad you guys had fun and found some nice crystals! Report response as inappropriate This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Reviewed September 9, 2017
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Not fare! I have been here several times in the past few years. It started as a nice time and then went to being not so great! When you pay $20. to dig in a Mine you should be able to dig anywhere not have most of... More
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Gina1420, Owner at Diamond Hill Mine, responded to this review Responded September 10, 2017
if you have been to the mine several times in the past few years and enjoyed it then, I'm amazed that you didn't enjoy having the machine on site. That is the only way to keep the piles from being hard and overgrown. Diamond Hill... More Report response as inappropriate This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Reviewed July 30, 2017
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Fairly underwhelming My family and I decided to check it out and mine for a few days because of the good reviews. We found a few crystals and went home with nearly nothing after hours of searching. Others also had the same experience as they did not... More
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Reviewed July 12, 2017
Had a bad experience Heard such good reviews of this place and wanted to check it out over the weekend. There was a number to call when going after hours. Spoke to the owner who was very friendly and said it would be OK for us to go check... More
Melinda K Abbeville, South Carolina
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Gina1420, Owner at Diamond Hill Mine, responded to this review Responded September 10, 2017
Since we had this problem we will not be allowing anyone to "check out" the mine. The lady that you referred to had told me that you and your family were in the pit area, which is not allowed, unless you have signed a liability... More Report response as inappropriate This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Reviewed June 20, 2017
Best Date with my WIFE ever!! Drove in the front gate and was greeted with a place to park and smiles. the 2 men at the container were warm and welcoming. First-time diggers my wife and I listened while we were told where to dig to find the gems we wanted.... More
I5450EZjoshuas Greenville, United States
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Reviewed April 7, 2017
Rock-hounders are the NICEST folks We didn't find any big crystals or other gems but we found some nice pieces of druzy. This is a VERY rustic digging site. The day was gorgeous: cool enough to need layered clothing. The you-tube videos are extremely misleading. I was so excited and... More
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Reviewed January 17, 2017
Recently Redug We were back at Diamond Hill yesterday(16 January 2017) and someone brought in an excavator and redug some of the old spoil heaps. We found some smoky quartz and amethyst. The dirt all around was nice and soft for digging in. I think I had... More
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Reviewed December 12, 2016
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Very cool! This is our 3rd pay to dig experience, and maybe my fave. We were staying in Georgia and drive two hours to get there. When we first arrived there was no one one there and I got a little anxious. After calling the number on... More
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Gina1420, Owner at Diamond Hill Mine, responded to this review Responded December 14, 2016
Thank you. Glad y'all had fun and all your info was correct and helpful. Campers and trailers are definitely welcome, as well as tents. And Pets. Hope to see you again soon. Report response as inappropriate This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Reviewed November 17, 2016
True Digging Experience This place has several open pits that you can prospect in. Not really a place for small kids to go it can be dangerous and you are not guaranteed to find anything. You will need to take digging tools, water, sunscreen, and food since it... More
ncgold Hickory, North Carolina
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Gina1420, Owner at Diamond Hill Mine, responded to this review Responded December 14, 2016
Yes, Although the mine is located in Antreville, GPS locations should be Abbeville SC. The mine is located on a gravel road. Thanks and glad you had fun. Report response as inappropriate This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Reviewed September 20, 2016
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If you like getting dirty... This isn't a tourist trap mine where you purchase a salted bag of dirt. Bring a shovel, bucket and sunscreen because you'll get dirty. We've been coming here several times a year for the past three years. It's alot of fun to see what you... More
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Gina1420, Owner at Diamond Hill Mine, responded to this review Responded December 14, 2016
I'm so glad you guys had a great time. Hope to see you again soon Report response as inappropriate This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
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How many rock/minerals are we allowed to take? Was thinking of bringing a 5 gallon bucket, this ok? November 9, 2017 | Jerry V
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Response from Gina1420 | Property representative | You are allowed to keep What you find. A couple of five gallon buckets will be better. Lol! bring paper to wrap the in undamaged crystals in.
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When do you add new dirt to the dig site? August 4, 2017 | Answer theblackchick…
Response from Gina1420 | Property representative | We usually do 3-4 machine digs a year. The next one will be in late September to early October.
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The cost per person June 16, 2017 | Answer Corwyn C
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Military rate is 15 pp
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