Where to Find Cassiterite in North Carolina

3 mapped cassiterite rockhounding spots in North Carolina, across 3 counties. Cassiterite 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 cassiterite rockhounding spots in North Carolina

Cassiterite by county in North Carolina

Counties ranked by number of cassiterite spots in our database.

Every cassiterite spot in North Carolina

Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.

Cassiterite in North Carolina FAQ

Where can I find cassiterite in North Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 cassiterite spots in North Carolina, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Cleveland County.
Is collecting cassiterite legal in North Carolina?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like cassiterite 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 cassiterite location in North Carolina?+
Cleveland County has the most cassiterite spots in our database for North Carolina. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.

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