Troy: Petrified Wood Rockhounding in Montgomery County, North Carolina

Updated June 2026

Troy is a mapped rockhounding spot in Montgomery County, North Carolina. Reported finds include petrified wood. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Montgomery County
State: North Carolina
Coordinates: 35.36812, -79.83949

Geology at Troy

This spot sits on Metavolcanic-Epiclastic Rock, mapped as metasedimentary 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: Metavolcanic-Epiclastic Rock
Age: 1000–485 Ma (Neoproterozoic to Cambrian)
Rock types: metasedimentary
Elevation: 400 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 Troy

Best months: August to June. Typical highs run 91°F in midsummer and 53°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 34°F.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, JACKSON SPRINGS 5 WNW station (16 mi away), adjusted for elevation.

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.

State guidance last verified: April 1, 2026

North Carolina Geological Survey
Nantahala/Pisgah National Forests
Emerald Hollow Mine (fee-dig operator)
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at Troy

Each chip opens all spots that produce that material; the encyclopedia link opens the full ID and field guide.

Petrified Wood Encyclopedia →

Nearby rockhounding spots

Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Troy.

Across the state line from Troy

Troy 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.

Troy FAQ

Where is Troy?+

Troy is in Montgomery County, North Carolina, at 35.36812, -79.83949.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Troy?+

Troy is reported to produce Petrified Wood.

Is collecting allowed at Troy?+

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 Troy?+

A rock hammer, sturdy gloves, and a padded bag cover petrified wood hunting. Most pieces are surface float, so walking slopes and washes beats digging.

When is the best time to visit Troy?+

The most comfortable months at Troy are August to June.

How do I get to Troy?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 35.36812, -79.83949 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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