Where to Find Kyanite in South Carolina
South Carolina has 6 mapped collecting spots that report kyanite, spread across 3 counties. The largest share sits in Cherokee County with 3 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Every kyanite spot we track in South Carolina
King's CreekCherokee County, South CarolinaPublic access · Barite, Chalcopyrite, Galena +4- Cherokee CountyCherokee County, South CarolinaPublic access · Barite, Hematite, Kyanite +3
- GaffneyCherokee County, South CarolinaPublic access · Cassiterite, Feldspar, Kyanite +2
- Henry's KnobYork County, South CarolinaPublic access · Andalusite, Kyanite, Lazulite +2
- Hickory GroveYork County, South CarolinaPublic access · Andalusite, Kyanite, Lazulite +2
- Lake Murray DamLexington County, South CarolinaPublic access · Garnet, Kyanite
Best counties for kyanite in South Carolina
Ranked by the number of mapped kyanite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Cherokee County3 spots
- York County2 spots
- Lexington County1 spot
Before you go
Read the kyanite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Kyanite in the encyclopedia.
Kyanite in South Carolina FAQ
Where can you find kyanite in South Carolina?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Cherokee County, York County, and Lexington County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many kyanite spots are mapped in South Carolina?+
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 kyanite in South Carolina?+
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 kyanite in South Carolina 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.
