Emerald Hollow Mine — Rockhounding in Catawba County, North Carolina

Emerald Hollow Mine is a mapped rockhounding spot in Catawba County, North Carolina. Reported finds include emerald, amethyst, quartz, aquamarine, hiddenite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Paid / fee dig
County: Catawba County
State: North Carolina
Nearest road: Clarence Street
Postcode: 28610
Coordinates: 35.67200, -81.10890

Land & collecting status

Pay-to-dig site

This is a fee-dig location. Hours, prices, and what you can keep vary by operator. Call ahead before driving out.

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 Emerald Hollow Mine

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Emerald Hollow Mine FAQ

Where is Emerald Hollow Mine?+

Emerald Hollow Mine is in Catawba County, North Carolina, at 35.67200, -81.10890. Nearest road: Clarence Street.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Emerald Hollow Mine?+

Emerald Hollow Mine is reported to produce Emerald, Amethyst, Quartz, Aquamarine, Hiddenite.

Is collecting allowed at Emerald Hollow Mine?+

Pay-to-dig site. This is a fee-dig location. Hours, prices, and what you can keep vary by operator. Call ahead before driving out. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

How do I get to Emerald Hollow Mine?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 35.67200, -81.10890 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Clarence Street.

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