Hiddenite — Rockhounding in Alexander County, North Carolina

Hiddenite is a mapped rockhounding spot in Alexander County, North Carolina. Reported finds include emerald, quartz, smoky quartz, amber quartz. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Alexander County
State: North Carolina
Nearest road: Riverside Farm Lane
Postcode: 28636
Coordinates: 35.91022, -81.06768

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 Hiddenite

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Hiddenite FAQ

Where is Hiddenite?+

Hiddenite is in Alexander County, North Carolina, at 35.91022, -81.06768. Nearest road: Riverside Farm Lane.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Hiddenite?+

Hiddenite is reported to produce Emerald, Quartz, Smoky Quartz, Amber Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Hiddenite?+

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 Hiddenite?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 35.91022, -81.06768 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Riverside Farm Lane.

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