Finding Rare Mining Equipment in a Massive Abandoned Mine in Nevada (Part 3)

Part 3 opens with a sketchy 300-foot climb up a steep ladder in this abandoned mine. Once on the upper level, we continued exploring the Polaris Mine by making our way through endless drift tunnels and stopes where we had to cross dangerous bridges with substantial drops underneath them. We also saw some stunning, amazing deposits of copper in one area of the mine. We also found another ore cart still on the tracks in one of the drifts. Eventually we found an exit that put us 600 feet above the portal through which we entered the Polaris Mine in Part 1.

If you missed all the adventures in Part 1 and Part 2, they can be found at the following links. They feature lots of amazing artifacts including a full-sized drill, vintage ore carts, fascinating and risqué miners’ graffiti, and much more!

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NOTE: This video was shot in stunning 4K resolution! If your viewing device can handle it, be sure to watch this video in 4K to experience cinematic supremacy!
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I had the pleasure of joining Justin, Joe, and Todd for this abandoned mine adventure. Have you watched any of their incredible videos of abandoned mine exploration? If not, please visit their channels, say hello, watch a video or two, and subscribe to them by using these links:

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[MonkeyspankO]

When you're watching Temple of Doom and you think that's a pretty unrealistic mine. And then you see a place like this, whoaza!

[lesleyrobbins]

Finding ore cars are definitely the icing on the cake. I swear you guys were on a level roller coaster ride: so many twists and turns! Loved the mineral colors.

[jackmckinnon]

the green ribbon i saw, is that a sign its been surveyed at some time ?? Thanks Frank, great explore :)

[ABANDONED_UNDERGROUND]

This mine was quite the adventure! It had just about everything in there- historic graffiti, elaborate timbering, unique mineral deposits, vintage mining equipment, accessible ladders, and miles of underground workings! I'm glad we all got to experience this one, Frank!

[Carolb]

Hi ive got to say this is the most impressive US mine ive seen. It has everything from high levels, bridges, collapses, twin rails & the artwork, plus the beautiful colours on the ceiling. Awesome. Thanks for this fab mini series ! ❤😊

[leeyoung]

Your courage to explore an abandoned mine in Nevada that used to be the Polaris zinc mine is amazing! I was nervous watching this video so I could pause and watch it with a glass of wine! I don't know where your curiosity ends! I respect you for taking the risk and making this video!

[rolfsinkgraven]

It is a bit of a miracle that they went across those sketchy bridges with a loaded ore car. Thanks again for a very nice explore Frank.

[KasualBeast]

You came across my mind today! Miss your vids, hope you're doing good! Safe travels as well

[paisliesplace]

Wow! This place is a huge labyrinth! You all were brave to cross those last two bridges...me no way!! lol So many levels. I would get lost in there so fast. It is good you went in in a group. What a fantastic place! Thank you for taking us with you Frank! Stay safe!

[muffinmcdeez]

Honestly this guy’s bravery is amazing.

[slimwantedman]

Good morning from Southeast South Dakota. Been a busy summer already

[valklattmisstag]

I have been watching your channel a couple years back and I randomly just thought about you today. Thank you very much for these videos and I hope that you will stay safe in your future adventures. Sending you greetings all the way from Poland.

[mark]

Wow! What an incredible adventure, I love doing stuff like this. Can't imagine how exciting that must've been. Thank you for bringing us on youtube along to see.

[dancjr]

All I can say is, WOW, Frank, this really was a superb exploration, and you mentioned that you only saw about 10% of the workings? This mine must be absolutely huge! It’s a shame the lower levels are flooded, I’d guess there’s a lot of lost graffiti and equipment.
Thanks for sharing Frank, this really was an awesome exploration! Stay safe.

[klarontobutbetter]

Nice video man, keep up the good work king💪

[AbandonedMaine]

Seriously, someone needs to make that a museum of a kind.

[purenatural]

You said “massive” in the title and you really delivered. What a huge place!! Your content really never disappoints!

[johnsmart]

Thank you for bringing us this fascinating insight into how far this mine went and it's multiple levels. It is certainly quite well preserved inside bearing in mind it's age and long life in production. The colours in it are very impressive too. The bridge over the pit of death sounds something like an attraction on a ghost train ride in a fairground!

[Paulman]

Fantastic mine for us viewers to watch, thanks.

[RioDeLaNorte]

Thank you for this great adventure, greetings from Germany 👻🌲 Wunderbar