Rockhounding in Person County, North Carolina
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Person County. Most commonly produces actinolite, hematite, kyanite, limonite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Person County, North Carolina
Minerals reported in Person County
Spots in Person County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hager's Mountain | 36.4626, -78.9721 | Public | |
| MoriaHelena-Moriah Road | 36.2714, -78.8825 | Public | |
| Mt. TirzahSurl-Mount Tirzah Road | 36.2819, -78.9070 | Public |
Neighboring counties in North Carolina
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Person County. A natural extension if Person County is already on your trip plan.
- Granville County~19 mi5 spotsTop: Agate, Andalusite, Carnelian
- Durham County~20 mi3 spotsTop: Agate, Agatized Wood, Amethyst
- Vance County~29 mi5 spotsTop: Quartz, Apatite, Chalcopyrite
- Stokes County~74 mi2 spotsTop: Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian
- Davidson County~84 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Malachite, Amethyst
- Montgomery County~85 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Quartz, Azurite
Across the state line from Person 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.
Person County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Person County, North Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Person County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Person County?+
Spots in Person County most often produce Actinolite, Hematite, Kyanite, Limonite, Limonite Cube. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Person 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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