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.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foote Mine and other minesKings Mountain Gateway Trail | Cleveland County |
| 35.2111, -81.3556 | Public |
| Beaverdam CreekHephzibah Church Road | Gaston County | 35.3864, -81.2865 | Public | |
| Lincoln CountyHershel Lackey Road | Lincoln County | 35.4717, -81.2712 | Public |
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.
Other states for cassiterite
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
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