Where to Find Sphalerite in Tennessee
8 mapped sphalerite rockhounding spots in Tennessee, across 8 counties. Sphalerite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 8 sphalerite rockhounding spots in Tennessee
Sphalerite by county in Tennessee
Counties ranked by number of sphalerite spots in our database.
Every sphalerite spot in Tennessee
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ClevelandOld Chattanooga Pike Southwest | Bradley County | 35.1124, -84.9213 | Public | |
| Straight Creek MinesStraight Creek Road | Claiborne County | 36.3892, -83.6427 | Public | |
| GreenevilleCedar Avenue | Greene County | 36.1795, -82.8651 | Public | |
| Mossy CreekHicks Road | Jefferson County | 36.1106, -83.4770 | Public | |
| SweetwaterSweetwater Vonore Road | Monroe County | 35.6058, -84.3866 | Public | |
| Nun's CoveSharp Road | Sevier County | 35.8722, -83.4156 | Public | |
| Bumpus Cove mining districtBumpus Cove Road | Unicoi County | 36.1518, -82.4898 | Public | |
| New Prospect MineHelms Ferry Road | Union County | 36.3982, -83.8414 | Public |
Sphalerite in Tennessee FAQ
Where can I find sphalerite in Tennessee?+
RockHoundR tracks 8 sphalerite spots in Tennessee, spread across 8 counties. The strongest concentration is in Bradley County.
Is collecting sphalerite legal in Tennessee?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like sphalerite 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 sphalerite location in Tennessee?+
Bradley County has the most sphalerite spots in our database for Tennessee. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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