Kennedy Tailing Wheels Park

The large wheels once helped move mine tailings through a system of flumes, making the site a distinctive outdoor stop for understanding the practical challenges of the Mother Lode’s mining industry.

Use the city’s current park information for visiting arrangements and respect protective enclosures around the machinery. The photograph shows the glass-fronted structure sheltering a historic wheel rather than a modern industrial workshop. This park is a separate heritage stop from any guided visit offered at the nearby Kennedy Mine.

Visitor details reviewed October 18, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.

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