Where to Find Golden Beryl in North Carolina
3 mapped golden beryl rockhounding spots in North Carolina, across 3 counties. Golden Beryl is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. North Carolina has the deepest gem-mining tradition on the East Coast.
Map of 3 golden beryl rockhounding spots in North Carolina
Golden Beryl by county in North Carolina
Counties ranked by number of golden beryl spots in our database.
Every golden beryl spot in North Carolina
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EllendaleLambert Creek Lane | Alexander County |
| 35.9445, -81.2448 | Public |
| South Hardin Mica MineInspiration Way | Ashe County | 36.3705, -81.5067 | Public | |
| TuckasegeeAlmanac Lane | Jackson County | 35.2753, -83.0935 | Public |
Golden Beryl in North Carolina FAQ
Where can I find golden beryl in North Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 golden beryl spots in North Carolina, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Alexander County.
Is collecting golden beryl legal in North Carolina?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like golden beryl is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in North Carolina, 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 golden beryl location in North Carolina?+
Alexander County has the most golden beryl spots in our database for North Carolina. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
Other minerals to find in North Carolina
- Quartz in North Carolina54
- Garnet in North Carolina43
- Amethyst in North Carolina20
- Gold in North Carolina20
- Corundum in North Carolina18
- Rutile in North Carolina17
- Beryl in North Carolina14
- Kyanite in North Carolina14
- Sapphire in North Carolina14
- Tourmaline in North Carolina14
- Agate in North Carolina13
- Aquamarine in North Carolina13
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