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.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel HillBolin Creek Trail | Orange County | 35.9248, -79.0453 | Public | |
| HillsboroughBen Johnston Road | Orange County | 36.0713, -79.1314 | Public | |
| TraphillTraphill Mill Road | Wilkes County | 36.3356, -81.0321 | Public |
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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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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