Where to Find Staurolite in Georgia
Georgia has 9 mapped collecting spots that report staurolite, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Fannin County with 3 spots. 9 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Every staurolite spot we track in Georgia
Best spotWindy Ridge and Mineral BluffFannin County, GeorgiaPublic access · Staurolite
Turkey HillLumpkin County, GeorgiaPublic access · Garnet, Gold, Ruby +3- TatePickens County, GeorgiaPublic access · Almandine, Kyanite, Mica +1
- Dolly Cherry PropertyUpson County, GeorgiaPublic access · Kyanite, Staurolite
- Ball GroundCherokee County, GeorgiaPublic access · Staurolite
- Bluff CreekCherokee County, GeorgiaPublic access · Staurolite
- Cole’s CrossingFannin County, GeorgiaPublic access · Staurolite
- Fannin CountyFannin County, GeorgiaPublic access · Staurolite
- Sharp MountainPickens County, GeorgiaPublic access · Staurolite
Standout staurolite spots in Georgia
Hand-picked from the full list above, with the reason each one earns a trip.
Best counties for staurolite in Georgia
Ranked by the number of mapped staurolite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Fannin County3 spots
- Cherokee County2 spots
- Pickens County2 spots
- Lumpkin County1 spot
- Upson County1 spot
Before you go
Read the staurolite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Staurolite in the encyclopedia.
Staurolite in Georgia FAQ
Where can you find staurolite in Georgia?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Fannin County, Cherokee County, and Pickens County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many staurolite spots are mapped in Georgia?+
9 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 staurolite 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. 9 of the 9 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt staurolite 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.
