Yadkin River — Rockhounding in Alexander County, North Carolina

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

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Alexander County
State: North Carolina
Nearest road: Revenuer Ridge Lane
Postcode: 28636
Coordinates: 35.93451, -81.06990

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 Yadkin River

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Yadkin River FAQ

Where is Yadkin River?+

Yadkin River is in Alexander County, North Carolina, at 35.93451, -81.06990. Nearest road: Revenuer Ridge Lane.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Yadkin River?+

Yadkin River is reported to produce Quartz, Smoky Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Yadkin River?+

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 Yadkin River?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 35.93451, -81.06990 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Revenuer Ridge Lane.

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