Rockhounding in Cocke County, Tennessee
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Cocke County. Most commonly produces unakite, barite, calcite, celestite.
Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Cocke County, Tennessee
Spots in Cocke County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big CreekJoy Way |
| 35.8390, -83.0958 | Public |
| Del RioOld Fifteenth Road | 35.9094, -83.0452 | Public | |
| Del RioDean Way | 35.9367, -83.0263 | Public | |
| Mine RidgeBible Way | 35.8327, -83.1229 | Public | |
| Rag MountainGulf Road | 35.8117, -83.0461 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Tennessee
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Cocke County. A natural extension if Cocke County is already on your trip plan.
Across the state line from Cocke 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 Tennessee.
- Madison County~16 miNorth Carolina · 4 spotsTop: Allanite, Asbestos, Chlorite
- Haywood County~29 miNorth Carolina · 6 spotsTop: Corundum, Garnet, Quartz
- Buncombe County~40 miNorth Carolina · 6 spotsTop: Garnet, Almandine Garnet, Calcite
- Jackson County~41 miNorth Carolina · 4 spotsTop: Sapphire, Albite, Allanite
Cocke County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Cocke County, Tennessee?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 rockhounding spots in Cocke County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Cocke County?+
Spots in Cocke County most often produce Unakite, Barite, Calcite, Celestite, Copper. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Cocke 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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