Where to Find Galena in Tennessee
6 mapped galena rockhounding spots in Tennessee, across 5 counties. Galena is the heavy, bright-cleaved lead sulfide that defined many historic mining districts.
Map of 6 galena rockhounding spots in Tennessee
Galena by county in Tennessee
Counties ranked by number of galena spots in our database.
Every galena spot in Tennessee
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue SpringsOld Blue Sprgs Road | Bradley County | 35.0876, -84.9131 | Public | |
| Straight Creek MinesStraight Creek Road | Claiborne County | 36.3892, -83.6427 | Public | |
| Marion CountyDancing Fern Road | Marion County | 35.1470, -85.5968 | Public | |
| CopperhillGrassy Creek Road | Polk County | 35.0046, -84.3993 | Public | |
| DucktownStansbury Mountain Road | Polk County | 35.0325, -84.3655 | Public | |
| Bumpus Cove mining districtBumpus Cove Road | Unicoi County | 36.1518, -82.4898 | Public |
Galena in Tennessee FAQ
Where can I find galena in Tennessee?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 galena spots in Tennessee, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Polk County.
Is collecting galena legal in Tennessee?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like galena 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 galena location in Tennessee?+
Polk County has the most galena spots in our database for Tennessee. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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