mrsr71 said, "This cache is located near the entrance of a long-abandoned mine. It’s a small Tupperware container with the usual caching swag. As always, be very careful when around abandon mines.
Take the dirt road (N 37 46.940, W 119 05.286, (high clearance or 4x4 suggested) off the North Shore Road that runs along the north shore of June Lake. This dirt road intersects with another road to the left. Park there and take a short walk up the road to the mine.
The view from the mine overlooks the June Lake Baseball Field. Adjacent to the field is a newly erected monument that pays tribute to the June Lake Mining District.
The plaque reads:
Near this site was located June Lake’s first and only commercial mining venture. Organized in 1924, the District was composed of ten miles of claims, which produced high-grade ore of zinc, lead and silver.
During its heyday, the mines employed 15 workers and produced 100 tons of ore. The facilities included an assay office, shop, pump and bunk houses. Elaborate electrical and hydraulic systems were constructed to operate the mining equipment and machinery.
By 1929 the mines began to falter and soon thereafter all commercial operations ceased. Most of the equipment, machinery and buildings were dismantled and sold. Sporadic private mining activities continued into the 1950’s, however those were marginally successful.
Although its existence was brief, the June Lake Mining District made a lasting contribution to the development of Mono County and the June Lake Loop. Today, remnants can still be seen along the east slope of Reversed Peak."
We could not have said it better ourselves!
