Where to Find Moss Agate in North Carolina

3 mapped moss agate rockhounding spots in North Carolina, across 2 counties. Moss agate is translucent chalcedony with mineral inclusions that look like ferns or moss. North Carolina has the deepest gem-mining tradition on the East Coast.

Map of 3 moss agate rockhounding spots in North Carolina

Moss Agate by county in North Carolina

Counties ranked by number of moss agate spots in our database.

Every moss agate spot in North Carolina

Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.

SpotCountyMineralsCoordinatesAccess
Chapel HillBolin Creek TrailOrange County35.9248, -79.0453Public
HillsboroughBen Johnston RoadOrange County36.0713, -79.1314Public
TraphillTraphill Mill RoadWilkes County36.3356, -81.0321Public

Moss Agate in North Carolina FAQ

Where can I find moss agate in North Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 moss agate spots in North Carolina, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Orange County.
Is collecting moss agate legal in North Carolina?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like moss agate 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 moss agate location in North Carolina?+
Orange County has the most moss agate spots in our database for North Carolina. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.

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