Where to Find Garnet in Alabama
Alabama has 6 mapped collecting spots that report garnet, spread across 3 counties. The largest share sits in Clay County County with 3 spots.
Map of 6 garnet collecting spots in Alabama
Best counties for garnet in Alabama
Ranked by the number of mapped garnet spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Clay County3 spots
- Coosa County2 spots
- Blount County1 spot
Every garnet spot we track in Alabama
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley MineHazelrig Road | Blount County | 33.9794, -86.5671 | Check locally | |
| Bob Lee MineCaldwell Road | Clay County | 33.3359, -85.8715 | Check locally | |
| Gibson MineCaldwell Road | Clay County | 33.3420, -85.8864 | Check locally | |
| M & G MineOak Grove Road | Clay County | 33.3799, -85.7969 | Check locally | |
| Millsite Tin Mine | Coosa County |
| 32.8997, -86.2063 | Check locally |
| Near Pond Mine | Coosa County | 32.8891, -86.2378 | Check locally |
Garnet in Alabama FAQ
Where can you find garnet in Alabama?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Clay County County, Coosa County County, and Blount County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many garnet spots are mapped in Alabama?+
6 spots across 3 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 garnet in Alabama?+
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. 0 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 garnet in Alabama 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.
