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Netflix Documentary Revives Interest in Forrest Fenn's Rocky Mountain Treasure Hunt

The three-part series delves into the decade-long search for a hidden fortune, its tragic consequences, and the cultural legacy of Forrest Fenn's enigmatic quest.

Fenn told followers he had hidden the box of riches somewhere in the mountains north of Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Overview

  • Forrest Fenn, an art dealer and author, hid a chest filled with gold, jewels, and artifacts in the Rocky Mountains in 2010, sparking a global treasure hunt.
  • The treasure, discovered in Wyoming in June 2020 by Jack Stuef, a medical student, was estimated to be worth over $1 million.
  • The hunt led to five deaths and numerous controversies, including accusations of hoaxes, legal disputes, and safety concerns raised by authorities.
  • In 2022, the treasure was sold to Tesouro Sagrado Holdings LLC, and its contents were auctioned for $1.26 million, with the largest bid reaching $55,200 for a gold nugget.
  • Netflix's new documentary, 'Gold & Greed: The Hunt for Fenn’s Treasure,' released on March 27, 2025, explores the hunt's history, ethical questions, and its enduring cultural impact.