Rockhounding in Surry County, North Carolina
6 mapped rockhounding spots in Surry County. Most commonly produces quartz, jasper, rutile, beryl.
Map showing 6 rockhounding spots in Surry County, North Carolina
Minerals reported in Surry County
Spots in Surry County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| BurchCockerham Road | 36.2785, -80.7418 | Public | |
| Mitchell RiverDouglas Road | 36.3311, -80.8151 | Public | |
| Mount AiryGranite Quarry Trail | 36.5071, -80.5849 | Public | |
| Pilot MountainPilot Knob Trail | 36.3407, -80.4745 | Permission | |
| Poplar SpringsNoah Hayes Road | 36.3164, -80.8336 | Public | |
| White Plains | 36.4549, -80.6003 | Public |
Neighboring counties in North Carolina
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Surry County. A natural extension if Surry County is already on your trip plan.
- Stokes County~24 mi2 spotsTop: Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian
- Alleghany County~30 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Cuprite, Galena
- Wilkes County~33 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Chalcedony, Galena
- Alexander County~39 mi7 spotsTop: Quartz, Emerald, Smoky Quartz
- Iredell County~39 mi4 spotsTop: Agate, Amethyst, Beryl
- Ashe County~46 mi6 spotsTop: Aquamarine, Epidote, Magnetite
Across the state line from Surry 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.
Surry County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Surry County, North Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 rockhounding spots in Surry County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Surry County?+
Spots in Surry County most often produce Quartz, Jasper, Rutile, Beryl, Columbite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Surry 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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