Where to Find Amethyst in Georgia
6 mapped amethyst rockhounding spots in Georgia, across 4 counties. Amethyst is purple quartz, prized for color saturation.
Map of 6 amethyst rockhounding spots in Georgia
Amethyst by county in Georgia
Counties ranked by number of amethyst spots in our database.
Every amethyst spot in Georgia
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dewy RosePulliam Mill Road | Elbert County | 34.1938, -82.9582 | Public | |
| HillsboroState Highway 11 South | Jasper County |
| 33.1796, -83.6409 | Public |
| Charlie’s Creek | Towns County | 34.9783, -83.5862 | Public | |
| Jack Branch & Shoal Branch Area | Towns County | 34.9584, -83.6131 | Public | |
| Towns CountyFodder Creek Road | Towns County | 34.9184, -83.7409 | Public | |
| Hogg MineWhitesville Street | Troup County | 32.9911, -85.0298 | Public |
Amethyst in Georgia FAQ
Where can I find amethyst in Georgia?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 amethyst spots in Georgia, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Towns County.
Is collecting amethyst legal in Georgia?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like amethyst is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Georgia, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best amethyst location in Georgia?+
Towns County has the most amethyst spots in our database for Georgia. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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