Rockhounding in Blount County, Tennessee
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Blount County. Most commonly produces epidote, gold, marble.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Blount County, Tennessee
Spots in Blount County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| FriendsvilleQuarry Hollow Road |
| 35.7764, -84.1071 | Public |
| Montvale SpringsMontvale Road | 35.6395, -83.9668 | Public | |
| TownsendFox Hollow Road | 35.6662, -83.7519 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Tennessee
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Blount County. A natural extension if Blount County is already on your trip plan.
- Monroe County~19 mi2 spotsTop: Barite, Fluorite, Quartz
- Cocke County~50 mi5 spotsTop: Unakite, Barite, Calcite
- Polk County~53 mi2 spotsTop: Azurite, Chalcocite, Chalcopyrite
- Unicoi County~90 mi4 spotsTop: Unakite, Anglesite, Calcite
- Warren County~103 mi1 spotTop: Calcite, Celestite, Dolomite
- Carter County~110 mi2 spotsTop: Pyrite, Pyrolusite, Unakite
Across the state line from Blount County
Rockhounding counties in neighboring states within driving range. Geology rarely respects state borders — these are often the closest mapped spots you can reach without going deeper into Tennessee.
Blount County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Blount County, Tennessee?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Blount County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Blount County?+
Spots in Blount County most often produce Epidote, Gold, Marble. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Blount County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
Plan a Blount County rockhounding trip
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