Rockhounding in Lumpkin County, Georgia
4 mapped rockhounding spots in Lumpkin County. Most commonly produces gold, garnet, gold sulfides, quartz.
Map showing 4 rockhounding spots in Lumpkin County, Georgia
Minerals reported in Lumpkin County
- Gold3
- Garnet2
- Gold Sulfides1
- Quartz1
- Ruby1
- Staurolite1
- Tourmaline1
- Zircon1
Spots in Lumpkin County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baggs BranchCheringer Road | 34.4395, -84.0323 | Public | |
| Barlow CutsPiney View Drive |
| 34.4981, -84.0167 | Public |
| Crisson Gold MineMorrison Moore Parkway East | 34.5572, -83.9669 | Paid / fee | |
| Turkey HillTurkey Hill | 34.4898, -83.9877 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Georgia
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Lumpkin County. A natural extension if Lumpkin County is already on your trip plan.
- Union County~26 mi3 spotsTop: Corundum, Kyanite, Gold
- Habersham County~28 mi4 spotsTop: Kyanite, Banded Agate, Chalcedony
- Fannin County~34 mi3 spotsTop: Staurolite
- Towns County~35 mi6 spotsTop: Amethyst, Quartz, Kyanite
- Murray County~48 mi3 spotsTop: Quartz, Silicified Oolite, Talc
- Bartow County~51 mi3 spotsTop: Barite, Geode, Banded Agate
Across the state line from Lumpkin 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 Georgia.
Lumpkin County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Lumpkin County, Georgia?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 rockhounding spots in Lumpkin County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Lumpkin County?+
Spots in Lumpkin County most often produce Gold, Garnet, Gold Sulfides, Quartz, Ruby. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Lumpkin 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.
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