Memphis — Rockhounding in Tipton County, Tennessee

Memphis is a mapped rockhounding spot in Tipton County, Tennessee. Reported finds include lake superior agate, agatized fossils. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Map showing Memphis in Tipton County, Tennessee

Quick details

Access
Public area
Nearest road
TN 59
Postcode
38023

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 Memphis

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Memphis FAQ

Where is Memphis?+
Memphis is in Tipton County, Tennessee, at 35.51137, -89.93343. Nearest road: TN 59.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Memphis?+
Memphis is reported to produce Lake Superior Agate, Agatized Fossils.
Is collecting allowed at Memphis?+
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 Memphis?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 35.51137, -89.93343 in Google Maps. The nearest road is TN 59.

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