Cherokee Ruby and Sapphire Mine — Rockhounding in Macon County, North Carolina

Cherokee Ruby and Sapphire Mine is a mapped rockhounding spot in Macon County, North Carolina. Reported finds include ruby, sapphire. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Macon County
State: North Carolina
Nearest road: Ruby Mine Road
Postcode: 28734
Coordinates: 35.27290, -83.35166

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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Cherokee Ruby and Sapphire Mine FAQ

Where is Cherokee Ruby and Sapphire Mine?+

Cherokee Ruby and Sapphire Mine is in Macon County, North Carolina, at 35.27290, -83.35166. Nearest road: Ruby Mine Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Cherokee Ruby and Sapphire Mine?+

Cherokee Ruby and Sapphire Mine is reported to produce Ruby, Sapphire.

Is collecting allowed at Cherokee Ruby and Sapphire Mine?+

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 Cherokee Ruby and Sapphire Mine?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 35.27290, -83.35166 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Ruby Mine Road.

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