Exhibit 23.1


We consent to the reference to our firm under the caption "Experts" and to the
use of our report dated January 18, 2001 included and incorporated by reference
in the Proxy Statement of Kaiser Ventures that is made part of the Registration
Statement (Form S-4) and related Prospectus of Kaiser Ventures for the
registration of Class A Units.

                                                       Ernst & Young LLP

Riverside, California
July 12, 2001