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Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington: Chalcopyrite & Limonite Rockhounding in Davidson County, North Carolina

Updated June 2026

Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington is a mapped rockhounding spot in Davidson County, North Carolina. Reported finds include chalcopyrite, limonite, malachite, silver, hematite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Map showing Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington in Davidson County, North Carolina

Quick details

Access
Public area
Nearest road
Conrad Hill Mine Road
Postcode
27292

Geology at Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington

This spot sits on Phyllite and Schist, mapped as phyllite and schist that formed roughly 1000 to 485 million years ago. Metamorphic rock like this weathers into resistant float, and minerals that survive transport typically concentrate in nearby drainages.

Mapped unit
Phyllite and Schist
Age
1000–485 Ma (Neoproterozoic to Cambrian)
Rock types
phyllite and schist
Elevation
890 ft

Geologic mapping via Macrostrat and the underlying state geological survey maps (CC BY 4.0). Bedrock at the surface can vary within a mapped unit.

Best time to visit Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington

Conditions here are workable year-round, with typical highs from 51°F in winter to 89°F in summer.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, LEXINGTON station (7 mi away).

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.

Sources & verification

Spot details combine the public RockHoundR location dataset, normalized mineral labels, agency land-status checks in the app, and community submissions. Coordinates are approximate until verified in the field.

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Found at Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington

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Across the state line from Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington

Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington is close enough to the North Carolina border that the next-closest rockhounding spots are in a neighboring state. Worth knowing if you are already on the road.

Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington FAQ

Where is Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington?+
Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington is in Davidson County, North Carolina, at 35.78481, -80.16534. Nearest road: Conrad Hill Mine Road.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington?+
Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington is reported to produce Chalcopyrite, Limonite, Malachite, Silver, Hematite.
Is collecting allowed at Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington?+
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.
What tools should I bring to Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington?+
A rock hammer, gloves, and safety glasses are enough for oxidized copper ground. Look for green and blue staining on weathered rock and in old dump piles.
When is the best time to visit Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington?+
Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington is workable year-round.
How do I get to Conrad Hill Mine near Lexington?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 35.78481, -80.16534 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Conrad Hill Mine Road.

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