Where to Find Beryl in South Carolina
5 mapped beryl rockhounding spots in South Carolina, across 3 counties. Most of the mapped spots sit in Abbeville County, Anderson County, and Greenville County. Beryl is the family that includes emerald, aquamarine, morganite, and golden beryl.
Map of 5 beryl rockhounding spots in South Carolina
Beryl by county in South Carolina
Counties ranked by number of beryl spots in our database.
Every beryl spot in South Carolina
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeville CountyHighway 28 | Abbeville County | 34.2079, -82.4143 | Public | |
| Diamond Hill MineDiamond Mine Road | Abbeville County | 34.2703, -82.5738 | Public | |
| AndersonDrakes Crossing | Anderson County | 34.5310, -82.7164 | Public | |
| AndersonNab Court | Anderson County |
| 34.5084, -82.5725 | Public |
| Paris Mt. State ParkSulphur Springs Trail | Greenville County | 34.9360, -82.3920 | Public |
Beryl in South Carolina FAQ
Where can I find beryl in South Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 beryl spots in South Carolina, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Abbeville County.
Is collecting beryl legal in South Carolina?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like beryl is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in South Carolina, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best beryl location in South Carolina?+
Abbeville County has the most beryl spots in our database for South Carolina. The full county breakdown is below, and different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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