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
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 | Permission | |
| 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
- Rutherford County~23 mi5 spotsTop: Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
- Lincoln County~24 mi4 spotsTop: Amethyst, Beryl, Cassiterite
- Catawba County~33 mi4 spotsTop: Amethyst, Quartz, Agate
- Burke County~35 mi7 spotsTop: Beryl, Quartz, Actinolite
- 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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