Rockhounding in Durham County, North Carolina
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Durham County. Most commonly produces agate, agatized wood, amethyst, jasper.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Durham County, North Carolina
Minerals reported in Durham County
Spots in Durham County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| BethesdaJones Circle | 35.9587, -78.8474 | Public | |
| ButnerOld Oxford Road | 36.1270, -78.8245 | Public | |
| Eno RiverFalls Lake Trail | 36.0719, -78.8576 | Public |
Neighboring counties in North Carolina
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Durham County. A natural extension if Durham County is already on your trip plan.
- Person County~20 mi3 spotsTop: Actinolite, Hematite, Kyanite
- Granville County~24 mi5 spotsTop: Agate, Andalusite, Carnelian
- Vance County~37 mi5 spotsTop: Quartz, Apatite, Chalcopyrite
- Montgomery County~76 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Quartz, Azurite
- Davidson County~81 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Malachite, Amethyst
- Stokes County~82 mi2 spotsTop: Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian
Across the state line from Durham 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.
Durham County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Durham County, North Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Durham County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Durham County?+
Spots in Durham County most often produce Agate, Agatized Wood, Amethyst, Jasper, Silicified Wood. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Durham 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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