Where to Find Geode in Tennessee
Tennessee has 8 mapped collecting spots that report geode, spread across 6 counties. The largest share sits in Cannon County County with 2 spots. 8 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 8 geode collecting spots in Tennessee
Best counties for geode in Tennessee
Ranked by the number of mapped geode spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Cannon County2 spots
- Fentress County2 spots
- Hamblen County1 spot
- Lawrence County1 spot
- Overton County1 spot
- Warren County1 spot
Every geode spot we track in Tennessee
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cannon CountyGassaway Road | Cannon County | 35.8298, -86.0590 | Public | |
| WoodburyIvy Point Lane | Cannon County | 35.7933, -85.9896 | Public | |
| Boatland | Fentress County | 36.4109, -85.0446 | Public | |
| Carpenter Hollow and Buffalo CoveGlenobey Road | Fentress County | 36.3798, -84.9861 | Public | |
| RussellvillePinkney Circle | Hamblen County | 36.2565, -83.1856 | Public | |
| LawrenceburgUS 64 | Lawrence County | 35.2315, -87.3733 | Public | |
| LivingstonCelina Highway | Overton County | 36.4510, -85.3557 | Public | |
| Ben Lomond Mountain | Warren County | 35.6284, -85.7732 | Public |
Before you go
Read the geode identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Geode in the encyclopedia.
Geode in Tennessee FAQ
Where can you find geode in Tennessee?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Cannon County County, Fentress County County, and Hamblen County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many geode spots are mapped in Tennessee?+
8 spots across 6 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 geode 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. 8 of the 8 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt geode 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.
