What an awesome trip! Too bad you didn't at least find a few flecks of gold, it always feels good to find something. There was some awesome scenery and even the city lights off in the distance. It always feels great to get out to the mountains doesn't it?

I bet if you wandered higher up closer to the older gold producers you could find some decent gold. There's always a lot that gets missed in sluice boxes. Awesome pictures and it looks like a great trip!