Bellyache Creek — Rockhounding in Darlington County, South Carolina

Bellyache Creek is a mapped rockhounding spot in Darlington County, South Carolina. Reported finds include petrified wood. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Darlington County
State: South Carolina
Nearest road: West Billy Farrow Highway
Postcode: 29550
Coordinates: 34.33754, -79.98407

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 Bellyache Creek

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Petrified Wood

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Bellyache Creek FAQ

Where is Bellyache Creek?+

Bellyache Creek is in Darlington County, South Carolina, at 34.33754, -79.98407. Nearest road: West Billy Farrow Highway.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Bellyache Creek?+

Bellyache Creek is reported to produce Petrified Wood.

Is collecting allowed at Bellyache Creek?+

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 Bellyache Creek?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 34.33754, -79.98407 in Google Maps. The nearest road is West Billy Farrow Highway.

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