Where to Find Serpentine in North Carolina
North Carolina has 5 mapped collecting spots that report serpentine, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Alamance County with 2 spots. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Every serpentine spot we track in North Carolina
Davis MountainAlexander County, North CarolinaPublic access · Anglesite, Chrysotile, Cerussite +4- Little Scaly MountainMacon County, North CarolinaPublic access · Asbestos, Corundum, Rutile +2
- BurlingtonAlamance County, North CarolinaPublic access · Quartz, Red Quartzite, Serpentine
- WilkesboroWilkes County, North CarolinaPublic access · Garnet, Serpentine, Talc
- Alamance CountyAlamance County, North CarolinaPublic access · Serpentine
Best counties for serpentine in North Carolina
Ranked by the number of mapped serpentine spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Alamance County2 spots
- Alexander County1 spot
- Macon County1 spot
- Wilkes County1 spot
Before you go
Read the serpentine identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Serpentine in the encyclopedia.
Serpentine in North Carolina FAQ
Where can you find serpentine in North Carolina?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Alamance County, Alexander County, and Macon County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many serpentine spots are mapped in North Carolina?+
5 spots across 4 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 serpentine in North 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. 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 serpentine in North 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.
