Canistear Mine
The Canistear was worked from 1870 to 1880 and
was then abandoned. The area is hauntingly beautiful. remains of th pits and
shafts did not appear to be deep during our visit, but they must be as in 1879 over 10,000 tons of ore was raised. The site has foundation
ruins, 4 water filled shafts, and is nestled off of Canistear road in Vernon,
NJ.
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The way to the canistear mine,
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Tailing piles..
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Here lies this international Harvester Trucks Resting Place
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An opening to stope..
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Furthe up still..
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Foundation Ruins..
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Disclaimer:
This site attempts to presents a
historical perspective to the arm chair explorere on the mines of NJ & NY. The
owners and authors do not condone visiting these mines, as they are dangerous
and life threatening. We do not take responsibility for any injuries or death
which may occur by visiting these mines nore will we give directions to anyone.
All mines were thoroughly examined, with all suitable precautions taken when
documenting these sites.
