New Market — Rockhounding in Jefferson County, Tennessee

New Market is a mapped rockhounding spot in Jefferson County, Tennessee. Reported finds include smithsonite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Jefferson County
State: Tennessee
Postcode: 37820
Coordinates: 36.10013, -83.53570

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 New Market

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Smithsonite

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New Market FAQ

Where is New Market?+

New Market is in Jefferson County, Tennessee, at 36.10013, -83.53570.

What rocks and minerals can you find at New Market?+

New Market is reported to produce Smithsonite.

Is collecting allowed at New Market?+

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 New Market?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 36.10013, -83.53570 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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