Tyro — Rockhounding in Davidson County, North Carolina
Tyro is a mapped rockhounding spot in Davidson County, North Carolina. Reported finds include amethyst. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.
Map showing Tyro in Davidson County, North Carolina
Quick details
- Access
- Public area
- County
- Davidson County
- State
- North Carolina
- Postcode
- 27299
- Coordinates
- 35.79207, -80.37244
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.
Nearby rockhounding spots
Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Tyro.
- Davidson CountyDavidson County · 11 mi awayChalcopyrite, Gold, Pyrite
- Conrad Hill Mine near LexingtonDavidson County · 12 mi awayChalcopyrite, Limonite, Malachite
- SalisburyRowan County · 12 mi awayAmethyst, Pink Tourmaline, Green Tourmaline
- FarmingtonDavie County · 19 mi awayAutunite, Columbite
- Gold HillRowan County · 19 mi awayMagnetite, Manganese, Garnet
- Mount UllaRowan County · 21 mi awayAmethyst, Quartz
- Winston-SalemForsyth County · 22 mi awayHalloysite, Hematite, Magnetite
- FarmerRandolph County · 22 mi awayQuartz
Tyro FAQ
Where is Tyro?+
Tyro is in Davidson County, North Carolina, at 35.79207, -80.37244.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Tyro?+
Tyro is reported to produce Amethyst.
Is collecting allowed at Tyro?+
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 Tyro?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 35.79207, -80.37244 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.
