They say California was built on gold — but not just the kind pulled from rivers and mines. The true veins of gold were the iron rails that cut through mountains, valleys, and deserts, binding a restless frontier to a bold future.

More than 150 years ago, men of vision and fortune carved out a path across this land. They sketched maps in dimly lit parlors and shifted plans to seize advantage. Some succeeded. Others faded into the dust. Yet through it all, California’s destiny was forever linked to the steel and steam of the railroad.

And yet something has been left behind. A mysterious spirit haunted by its demise is still wandering the area for its place to rest. Let the spirit lead you through the clues that you must solve to help it get to its destination and reveal its identity. Be the first to solve all the clues and the spirit will reward you with the location of a special treasure - a 1-ounce American Gold Eagle coin!

The Challenge

Seven sets of clues guard the way — each crafted to echo mystery and the history of cunning deals, shifting plans, and bold decisions of those who came before. Solve them, and you will follow in the footsteps of dreamers and builders, those who stitched together a state of promise.

Each puzzle you face isn’t just a riddle. It’s a fragment of history and a view of a modern future. A piece of the journey. A secret the past has left behind for the curious, the persistent, the adventurous.

The Prize

Along a rail of sorts lies an American Gold Eagle coin — one ounce of pure gold. Not just a treasure of material worth, but a symbol of discovery, endurance, and the spirit of adventure.

Why You

This hunt is for those who are not content with easy answers. For those who see mystery as an invitation, not a barrier. For those who believe that the world still holds secrets worth chasing. And for those who want to get out and find it!

If you’re imaginative enough to see the story behind the puzzle, curious enough to follow the trail, and persistent enough to keep going where the path glows bright at night — this adventure was made for you.

And for a little teaser, unlike other treasure hunts out there, this one is crafted to be solved soon. 

So, hurry and get on board.