Burch — Rockhounding in Surry County, North Carolina

Burch is a mapped rockhounding spot in Surry County, North Carolina. Reported finds include jasper, quartz. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Surry County
State: North Carolina
Nearest road: Cockerham Road
Coordinates: 36.27848, -80.74179

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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Burch FAQ

Where is Burch?+

Burch is in Surry County, North Carolina, at 36.27848, -80.74179. Nearest road: Cockerham Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Burch?+

Burch is reported to produce Jasper, Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Burch?+

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 Burch?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 36.27848, -80.74179 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Cockerham Road.

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