Homestake Visitor Center

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Climb aboard a classic street trolley and hear about the story of Lead, from the mining history to the future of science research. Tours are held on select days between May-September and include a journey through the historic town of Lead, and a surface tour of the Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF). Inside the Yates hoist room, see hoists that have been in operation since 1939. You'll also learn about the more-than 5,000 feet of rope that convey supplies to the underground levels of America’s only deep underground lab. If you're lucky, you may even see the hoists in action! Tours last approx. one hour and accommodates 25 people. Large groups (10+) or bus tours should book at least one day in advance. The trolley is wheelchair accessible by ramp. Tours include some walking short distances on gravel surfaces. The hoistroom portion of the tour may be unable to accommodate wheelchairs. Closed-toe shoes are required. Some locations may be unavailable due to operational needs.Climb aboard a classic street trolley and hear about the story of Lead, from the mining history to the future of science research. Tours are held on select days between May-September and include a journey through the historic town of Lead, and a surface tour of the Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF). Inside the Yates hoist room, see hoists that have been in operation since 1939. You'll also learn about the more-than 5,000 feet of rope that convey supplies to the underground levels of America’s only deep underground lab. If you're lucky, you may even see the hoists in action! Tours last approx. one hour and accommodates 25 people. Large groups (10+) or bus tours should book at least one day in advance. The trolley is wheelchair accessible by ramp. Tours include some walking short distances on gravel surfaces. The hoistroom portion of the tour may be unable to accommodate wheelchairs. Closed-toe shoes are required. Some locations may be unavailable due to operational needs.