Emerald Hollow Mine
North Carolina

Emerald Hollow Mine

Hiddenite, NC EASY 5.0 (1 reviews)

01. About

The only emerald mine in the world open to the public. This is hallowed ground for prospectors. High yield potential for emeralds.

Best Time

Spring/Fall to avoid heat stroke.

Rates

$25 admission (includes 1 bucket). Extra buckets: $5-$100.

Basecamp

Hiddenite Family Campground is 1 mile away.

02. Mining Setup

Difficulty Level

EASY - Minimal experience needed

Provided Equipment

  • Screen
  • Shovel

Required Equipment

  • Bucket
  • Water bottle
  • Sturdy shoes

Learning Resources

How to Mine for Emeralds - Beginner's Guide Sluicing Techniques for Gem Mining Identifying Beryl Crystals

03. The Loot

Emeralds Aquamarine Sapphire Tourmaline Garnet

Pro Tip

Green hexagonal crystals (Emeralds) and blue beryl variants.

04. Chatter

GemHunter42 Verified Explorer

"Solid find. Small emerald recovered from creek bed."

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Loadout

Provided

  • Screen
  • Shovel

Required

  • Bucket
  • Water bottle
  • Sturdy shoes
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Warning

Prepare for mud. Sluicing available for novices; creek digging for the serious hunter.

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