Location ⬇️ 📍Arrowtown The Arrow Basin was at the heart of the 1860s gold-rush and gold still can be found in the banks of the Arrow River. If you feel lucky, grab a gold pan and head to the river. The river is just a two-minute walk from town and several stores including the Museum hire gold pans for the day. Some shops have a panning trough to give you the tips and tricks of gold panning, all without getting your toes wet. Gold panning is a fun activity for all ages, and you often see locals