Where to Find Autunite in North Carolina
3 mapped autunite rockhounding spots in North Carolina, across 3 counties. Autunite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. North Carolina has the deepest gem-mining tradition on the East Coast.
Map of 3 autunite rockhounding spots in North Carolina
Autunite by county in North Carolina
Counties ranked by number of autunite spots in our database.
Every autunite spot in North Carolina
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FarmingtonRedfield Road | Davie County | 36.0458, -80.5083 | Public | |
| Deer Park MineDeer Park Lake Road | Mitchell County | 35.9330, -82.1050 | Public | |
| BurnsvilleRay Mine Trail | Yancey County | 35.8883, -82.2747 | Public |
Autunite in North Carolina FAQ
Where can I find autunite in North Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 autunite spots in North Carolina, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Davie County.
Is collecting autunite legal in North Carolina?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like autunite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in North Carolina, 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 autunite location in North Carolina?+
Davie County has the most autunite spots in our database for North Carolina. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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Other minerals to find in North Carolina
- Quartz in North Carolina54
- Garnet in North Carolina43
- Amethyst in North Carolina20
- Gold in North Carolina20
- Corundum in North Carolina18
- Rutile in North Carolina17
- Beryl in North Carolina14
- Kyanite in North Carolina14
- Sapphire in North Carolina14
- Tourmaline in North Carolina14
- Agate in North Carolina13
- Aquamarine in North Carolina13
