Stony Creek — Rockhounding in Carter County, Tennessee

Stony Creek is a mapped rockhounding spot in Carter County, Tennessee. Reported finds include pyrite, pyrolusite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Carter County
State: Tennessee
Nearest road: Willow Springs Road
Postcode: 37643
Coordinates: 36.37318, -82.15492

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.

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Stony Creek FAQ

Where is Stony Creek?+

Stony Creek is in Carter County, Tennessee, at 36.37318, -82.15492. Nearest road: Willow Springs Road.

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

Stony Creek is reported to produce Pyrite, Pyrolusite.

Is collecting allowed at Stony 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 Stony Creek?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 36.37318, -82.15492 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Willow Springs Road.

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