Where to Find Barite in Tennessee
5 mapped barite rockhounding spots in Tennessee, across 5 counties. Barite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 5 barite rockhounding spots in Tennessee
Barite by county in Tennessee
Counties ranked by number of barite spots in our database.
Every barite spot in Tennessee
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Del RioDean Way | Cocke County | 35.9367, -83.0263 | Public | |
| GreeneHipshire Hollow Road | Hawkins County | 36.4245, -82.9167 | Public | |
| Marion CountyDancing Fern Road | Marion County | 35.1470, -85.5968 | Public | |
| SweetwaterSweetwater Vonore Road | Monroe County | 35.6058, -84.3866 | Public | |
| Nun's CoveSharp Road | Sevier County | 35.8722, -83.4156 | Public |
Barite in Tennessee FAQ
Where can I find barite in Tennessee?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 barite spots in Tennessee, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Cocke County.
Is collecting barite legal in Tennessee?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like barite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Tennessee, 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 barite location in Tennessee?+
Cocke County has the most barite spots in our database for Tennessee. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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