Rockhounding in Surry County, North Carolina
6 mapped rockhounding spots in Surry County. Most commonly produces quartz, jasper, rutile, beryl.
Map showing 6 rockhounding spots in Surry County, North Carolina
Minerals reported in Surry County
Spots in Surry County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| BurchCockerham Road | 36.2785, -80.7418 | Public | |
| Mitchell RiverDouglas Road |
| 36.3311, -80.8151 | Public |
| Mount AiryGranite Quarry Trail | 36.5071, -80.5849 | Public | |
| Pilot MountainPilot Knob Trail | 36.3407, -80.4745 | Public | |
| Poplar SpringsNoah Hayes Road | 36.3164, -80.8336 | Public | |
| White Plains | 36.4549, -80.6003 | Public |
Neighboring counties in North Carolina
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Surry County. A natural extension if Surry County is already on your trip plan.
- Stokes County~24 mi2 spotsTop: Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian
- Alleghany County~30 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Cuprite, Galena
- Wilkes County~33 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Chalcedony, Galena
- Alexander County~39 mi7 spotsTop: Quartz, Emerald, Smoky Quartz
- Iredell County~39 mi4 spotsTop: Agate, Amethyst, Beryl
- Ashe County~46 mi6 spotsTop: Aquamarine, Epidote, Magnetite
Across the state line from Surry 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.
Surry County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Surry County, North Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 rockhounding spots in Surry County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Surry County?+
Spots in Surry County most often produce Quartz, Jasper, Rutile, Beryl, Columbite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Surry 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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