Statesville — Rockhounding in Iredell County, North Carolina

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

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Iredell County
State: North Carolina
Postcode: 28010
Coordinates: 35.72916, -80.88151

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 Statesville

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Statesville FAQ

Where is Statesville?+

Statesville is in Iredell County, North Carolina, at 35.72916, -80.88151.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Statesville?+

Statesville is reported to produce Agate, Amethyst, Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Statesville?+

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 Statesville?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 35.72916, -80.88151 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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