Rockhounding in Cleveland County, North Carolina
9 mapped rockhounding spots in Cleveland County. Most commonly produces aquamarine, beryl, quartz, black tourmaline.
Map showing 9 rockhounding spots in Cleveland County, North Carolina
Minerals reported in Cleveland County
- Aquamarine4
- Beryl4
- Quartz3
- Black Tourmaline2
- Emerald2
- Tourmaline2
- Agate1
- Apatite1
Spots in Cleveland County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broad River and tributariesEllis Ferry Road | 35.1908, -81.6228 | Public | |
| CasarGolden Valley Road | 35.5120, -81.6531 | Public | |
| EarlRoseborough Road | 35.1920, -81.5069 | Public | |
| Foote Mine and other minesKings Mountain Gateway Trail |
| 35.2111, -81.3556 | Public |
| GroverMargrace Road | 35.2008, -81.4021 | Public | |
| Kings MountainMajesty Place | 35.2457, -81.3880 | Public | |
| LattimoreMount Harmony Church Road | 35.4657, -81.6823 | Public | |
| ShelbySouth Lafayette Street |
| 35.2453, -81.5652 | Public |
| Stice Shoal Lake DamPowerhouse Road | 35.3987, -81.5460 | Public |
Neighboring counties in North Carolina
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Cleveland County. A natural extension if Cleveland County is already on your trip plan.
- Gaston County~18 mi3 spotsTop: Corundum, Garnet, Gold
- Lincoln County~23 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Cassiterite, Kyanite
- Rutherford County~23 mi5 spotsTop: Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
- Burke County~35 mi7 spotsTop: Beryl, Quartz, Actinolite
- Catawba County~36 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Quartz, Agate
- McDowell County~38 mi4 spotsTop: Gold, Diamond, Phantom Quartz
Across the state line from Cleveland 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.
Cleveland County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Cleveland County, North Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 9 rockhounding spots in Cleveland County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Cleveland County?+
Spots in Cleveland County most often produce Aquamarine, Beryl, Quartz, Black Tourmaline, Emerald. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Cleveland 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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