Butner — Rockhounding in Durham County, North Carolina

Butner is a mapped rockhounding spot in Durham County, North Carolina. Reported finds include agate, amethyst, jasper. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Durham County
State: North Carolina
Nearest road: Old Oxford Road
Postcode: 27503
Coordinates: 36.12700, -78.82451

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.

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Butner FAQ

Where is Butner?+

Butner is in Durham County, North Carolina, at 36.12700, -78.82451. Nearest road: Old Oxford Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Butner?+

Butner is reported to produce Agate, Amethyst, Jasper.

Is collecting allowed at Butner?+

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 Butner?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 36.12700, -78.82451 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Old Oxford Road.

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