Rockhounding in Alamance County, North Carolina
2 mapped rockhounding spots in Alamance County. Most commonly produces serpentine, quartz, red quartzite.
Map showing 2 rockhounding spots in Alamance County, North Carolina
Minerals reported in Alamance County
- Serpentine2
- Quartz1
- Red Quartzite1
Spots in Alamance County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alamance CountyQuail Drive | 36.0252, -79.4327 | Public | |
| BurlingtonBurch Bridge Road |
| 36.1212, -79.4548 | Public |
Neighboring counties in North Carolina
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Alamance County. A natural extension if Alamance County is already on your trip plan.
- Durham County~34 mi3 spotsTop: Agate, Agatized Wood, Amethyst
- Person County~34 mi3 spotsTop: Actinolite, Hematite, Kyanite
- Davidson County~50 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Malachite, Amethyst
- Stokes County~51 mi2 spotsTop: Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian
- Granville County~51 mi5 spotsTop: Agate, Andalusite, Carnelian
- Montgomery County~52 mi4 spotsTop: Gold, Azurite, Calcite
Across the state line from Alamance 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 North Carolina.
Alamance County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Alamance County, North Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in Alamance County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Alamance County?+
Spots in Alamance County most often produce Serpentine, Quartz, Red Quartzite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Alamance 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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