Where to Find Ruby in Georgia
Georgia has 5 mapped collecting spots that report ruby, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Carroll County County with 1 spot. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 5 ruby collecting spots in Georgia
Best counties for ruby in Georgia
Ranked by the number of mapped ruby spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Carroll County1 spot
- Forsyth County1 spot
- Lumpkin County1 spot
- Union County1 spot
- White County1 spot
Every ruby spot we track in Georgia
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tallapoosa RiverCarrollton Greenbelt | Carroll County | 33.5862, -85.1058 | Public | |
| CummingEstates Path | Forsyth County | 34.2007, -84.1575 | Public | |
| Turkey HillTurkey Hill | Lumpkin County | 34.4898, -83.9877 | Public | |
| Trap Rock GapTrackrock Gap Road | Union County | 34.8787, -83.8779 | Public | |
| White CountyMt Yonah Drive | White County | 34.6317, -83.7558 | Public |
Before you go
Read the ruby identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Ruby in the encyclopedia.
Ruby in Georgia FAQ
Where can you find ruby in Georgia?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Carroll County County, Forsyth County County, and Lumpkin County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many ruby spots are mapped in Georgia?+
5 spots across 5 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 ruby 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. 5 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt ruby 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.
