Where to Find Gold in Georgia
Georgia has 7 mapped collecting spots that report gold, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Lumpkin County County with 3 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible, and 1 is a fee-dig site.
Map of 7 gold collecting spots in Georgia
Best counties for gold in Georgia
Ranked by the number of mapped gold spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Lumpkin County3 spots
- White County2 spots
- Hall County1 spot
- Union County1 spot
Every gold spot we track in Georgia
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GainesvilleLaurel Glen Court | Hall County | 34.2650, -83.8880 | Public | |
| Baggs BranchCheringer Road | Lumpkin County | 34.4395, -84.0323 | Public | |
| Crisson Gold MineMorrison Moore Parkway East | Lumpkin County | 34.5572, -83.9669 | Paid / fee | |
| Turkey HillTurkey Hill | Lumpkin County | 34.4898, -83.9877 | Public | |
| Akin MountainMulky Gap Road | Union County | 34.8048, -84.0298 | Public | |
| Bean CreekBean Creek Road | White County | 34.7108, -83.6901 | Public | |
| White CountyMt Yonah Drive | White County | 34.6317, -83.7558 | Public |
Before you go
Read the gold identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Gold in the encyclopedia.
Gold in Georgia FAQ
Where can you find gold in Georgia?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Lumpkin County County, White County County, and Hall County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many gold spots are mapped in Georgia?+
7 spots across 4 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 gold in Georgia?+
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 7 mapped spots here sit on land marked public, and 1 is a fee-dig operation where you pay for access and keep what you find. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
Where else to find gold
More minerals to hunt in Georgia
Hunt gold in Georgia 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.
