History
Since the 1860's
History of Cotton Patch:
Historic Cotton Patch Gold Mine & Campground is located in Stanly County, in the town of New London. This small town in North Carolina has a rich history of Gold Mining.
Cotton Patch Gold Mine began its run in the 1860's. A large vein of gold was discovered near a cotton patch off Gurley Road. They began to mine the gold, removing tons of material. The mine eventually closed, but was reopened in 1958 after a new vein was discovered.
In 1961, the mine opened for panners and rock hounds. Today the mine continues to produce gold. The gold is mixed with placer material and also found buried in white quartz.
Open all year
Our Campground is still operational year round.
RV's, camping and cabin rentals open 7 days a week but call first. For long term lot rental, give us a call 704-463-5797!
The Staff at Cotton Patch want to thank you for your past and continued business.
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Group rates avaliable
We have group rates for Scouts, Churches, Clubs and Corporate Events.
Find us in New London
Prospecting Hours
Closed
As of 2016 Recreational Prospecting is Closed.
Our Location
41697 Gurley Road
New London, NC 28127
704-463-5797
Our GPS Coordinates:
Longitude 80.1874
Latitude 35.4358