Rockhounding in Yadkin County, North Carolina
1 mapped rockhounding spot in Yadkin County. Most commonly produces carnelian.
Map showing 1 rockhounding spot in Yadkin County, North Carolina
Minerals reported in Yadkin County
Spots in Yadkin County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yadkin CountyShore Road | 36.1674, -80.6743 | Public |
Neighboring counties in North Carolina
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Yadkin County. A natural extension if Yadkin County is already on your trip plan.
- Surry County~14 mi6 spotsTop: Quartz, Jasper, Rutile
- Iredell County~27 mi4 spotsTop: Agate, Amethyst, Beryl
- Alexander County~30 mi7 spotsTop: Quartz, Emerald, Smoky Quartz
- Stokes County~30 mi2 spotsTop: Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian
- Wilkes County~31 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Chalcedony, Galena
- Alleghany County~37 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Cuprite, Galena
Across the state line from Yadkin 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.
Yadkin County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Yadkin County, North Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 1 rockhounding spot in Yadkin County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Yadkin County?+
Spots in Yadkin County most often produce Carnelian. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Yadkin 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.
Plan a Yadkin County rockhounding trip
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