Elf — Rockhounding in Clay County, North Carolina

Elf is a mapped rockhounding spot in Clay County, North Carolina. Reported finds include corundum, amphibolite, opal, quartz, smaragdite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Clay County
State: North Carolina
Nearest road: Elf Shore Cove
Postcode: 28904
Coordinates: 35.02351, -83.74802

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 Elf

Each chip links to all spots in the U.S. that produce that material.

Corundum
Amphibolite
Opal
Quartz
Smaragdite

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Elf FAQ

Where is Elf?+

Elf is in Clay County, North Carolina, at 35.02351, -83.74802. Nearest road: Elf Shore Cove.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Elf?+

Elf is reported to produce Corundum, Amphibolite, Opal, Quartz, Smaragdite.

Is collecting allowed at Elf?+

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 Elf?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 35.02351, -83.74802 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Elf Shore Cove.

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