Where to Find Fluorite in North Carolina
4 mapped fluorite rockhounding spots in North Carolina, across 4 counties. Fluorite is a soft, brilliantly colored mineral that forms cubes and octahedrons. North Carolina has the deepest gem-mining tradition on the East Coast.
Map of 4 fluorite rockhounding spots in North Carolina
Fluorite by county in North Carolina
Counties ranked by number of fluorite spots in our database.
Every fluorite spot in North Carolina
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown MountainTrail 1 | Burke County | 35.9260, -81.7606 | Public | |
| Elijah Mountain Gem MineBrevard Road | Henderson County | 35.3244, -82.5034 | Public | |
| Island CreekTungsten Mine Road | Vance County |
| 36.5050, -78.4765 | Public |
| BurnsvilleRay Mine Trail | Yancey County | 35.8883, -82.2747 | Public |
Fluorite in North Carolina FAQ
Where can I find fluorite in North Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 fluorite spots in North Carolina, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Burke County.
Is collecting fluorite legal in North Carolina?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like fluorite 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 fluorite location in North Carolina?+
Burke County has the most fluorite 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
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