Rockhounding in Macon County, North Carolina
14 mapped rockhounding spots in Macon County. Most commonly produces quartz, corundum, ruby, garnet.
Map showing 14 rockhounding spots in Macon County, North Carolina
Spots in Macon County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burningtown CreekLower Burnington Road |
| 35.2450, -83.4692 | Public |
| Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire MineCrestview Heights | 35.1700, -83.3800 | Paid / fee | |
| Cherokee Ruby and Sapphire MineRuby Mine Road | 35.2729, -83.3517 | Public | |
| Chestnut KnobJarrett Creek Road |
| 35.1453, -83.6086 | Public |
| Clay CountyPoplar Cove Road | 35.1305, -83.5071 | Public | |
| Corundum HillMount Laurel Road | 35.1500, -83.2883 | Public | |
| Cowee CreekSheffield Farms Road | 35.2721, -83.3936 | Public | |
| FranklinLyle Mill Road | 35.2261, -83.3606 | Public | |
| Higdon MountainForest Drive |
| 35.1484, -83.2907 | Public |
| HighlandsMunger Road | 35.0482, -83.2108 | Public | |
| Little Scaly MountainLittle Scaly Mountain Road |
| 35.0320, -83.2548 | Public |
| Mason MountainBuck Mountain Road | 35.2470, -83.3617 | Public | |
| OttoGeorgia Road | 35.0668, -83.3877 | Public | |
| Sheep Knob Mountain | 35.2786, -83.3736 | Public |
Other rockhounding counties in North Carolina
- Cleveland County9 spotsTop: Aquamarine, Beryl, Quartz
- Cherokee County8 spotsTop: Staurolite, Garnet, Agate
- Mitchell County8 spotsTop: Apatite, Garnet, Kyanite
- Alexander County7 spotsTop: Quartz, Emerald, Smoky Quartz
- Burke County7 spotsTop: Beryl, Quartz, Actinolite
- Ashe County6 spotsTop: Aquamarine, Epidote, Magnetite
Macon County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Macon County, North Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 14 rockhounding spots in Macon County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Macon County?+
Spots in Macon County most often produce Quartz, Corundum, Ruby, Garnet, Sapphire. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Macon County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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