Sightseeing
Bingham Canyon Copper Mine
📍 Bingham Canyon Copper Mine, Salt Lake City, USA
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Introduction
The Bingham Canyon Copper Mine (Kennecott Copper Mine), about 40 km southwest of Salt Lake City, is one of the largest open-pit mines on Earth — the pit is about 1,200 m deep and 4 km wide, looking like a giant amphitheater from the overlook. Mining has continued since 1906, and the visitor center explains the geology and mining history.
✨ Highlights
1
Giant pit
A 1,200 m-deep open pit of staggering scale.
2
Still operating
A century-old mine where giant haul trucks still run.
3
Overlook & exhibits
Free visitor center and viewpoint.
🛈 Practical Info
→Location：Bingham Canyon Mine, Utah, USA
→Time needed：1–2 hours
→Admission：Free (overlook)
💡 Tips
• The overlook may close briefly during blasting — just wait.
• High elevation and wind — dress warmly.
• Binoculars reveal the giant haul trucks at the pit floor.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Bingham Canyon Copper Mine?
The overlook may close briefly during blasting — just wait. High elevation and wind — dress warmly.
