Where to Find Smithsonite in Tennessee

4 mapped smithsonite rockhounding spots in Tennessee, across 3 counties. Smithsonite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.

Map of 4 smithsonite rockhounding spots in Tennessee

Smithsonite by county in Tennessee

Counties ranked by number of smithsonite spots in our database.

Every smithsonite spot in Tennessee

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

SpotCountyMineralsCoordinatesAccess
Mossy CreekHicks RoadJefferson County36.1106, -83.4770Public
New MarketJefferson County36.1001, -83.5357Public
MascotMascot RoadKnox County36.0653, -83.7348Public
New Prospect MineHelms Ferry RoadUnion County36.3982, -83.8414Public

Smithsonite in Tennessee FAQ

Where can I find smithsonite in Tennessee?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 smithsonite spots in Tennessee, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Jefferson County.
Is collecting smithsonite legal in Tennessee?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like smithsonite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Tennessee, 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 smithsonite location in Tennessee?+
Jefferson County has the most smithsonite spots in our database for Tennessee. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.

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