Where to Find Galena in Tennessee
Tennessee has 6 mapped collecting spots that report galena, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Polk County County with 2 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 6 galena collecting spots in Tennessee
Best counties for galena in Tennessee
Ranked by the number of mapped galena spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Polk County2 spots
- Bradley County1 spot
- Claiborne County1 spot
- Marion County1 spot
- Unicoi County1 spot
Every galena spot we track in Tennessee
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| 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 |
Before you go
Read the galena identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Galena in the encyclopedia.
Galena in Tennessee FAQ
Where can you find galena in Tennessee?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Polk County County, Bradley County County, and Claiborne County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many galena spots are mapped in Tennessee?+
6 spots across 5 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect galena in Tennessee?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 6 of the 6 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt galena in Tennessee with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
