Coal Hollow — Rockhounding in Martin County, Indiana

Coal Hollow is a mapped rockhounding spot in Martin County, Indiana. Reported finds include siderite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Martin County
State: Indiana
Coordinates: 38.62564, -86.76539

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Found at Coal Hollow

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Siderite

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Coal Hollow FAQ

Where is Coal Hollow?+

Coal Hollow is in Martin County, Indiana, at 38.62564, -86.76539.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Coal Hollow?+

Coal Hollow is reported to produce Siderite.

Is collecting allowed at Coal Hollow?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

How do I get to Coal Hollow?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 38.62564, -86.76539 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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