5 star rated. The BEST experience in gem mining!

Come mine with us or buy buckets online!

We are Rockhound Ridge Gem Mine and Rock Shop, Inc.

8430 US Highway 441 S, Sylva, NC 28779

828-631-9990

STORE HOURS

WINTER HOURS

CLOSED WEDNESDAYS

ALL OTHER DAYS 10 AM - 5 PM

CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR WEATHER RELATED CLOSURES

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Bucket Menu

Kiddy Bucket- $5 (1+ lb of gemstone) *

Rainbow Bucket- $12 (1+ lb of gemstone) *

Rockhound Rainbow Bucket- $25 (3+ lbs of gemstone)

"Older than Dirt" Fossil Bucket- $35

Ruby and Sapphire Bucket - $75

Opal Bucket- $75

Emerald Bucket- $75

Medium Mystery Bucket- $75 (13+ lbs of gemstone)

Large Mystery Bucket- $150 (22+ lbs of gemstone)

Master Bucket- $100 (16+ lbs of gemstone)

Legend Bucket- $200 (30+ lbs of gemstone)

Barrels *

Epic mini (58+ lbs) $400, Epic Jr. (85+ lbs) $600, Epic Sr. (125+ lbs) $1000

* NOT AVAILABLE ONLINE

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Explore our Rock Shop

  • Natural Treasures

    Discover remarkable gems and minerals that inspire awe and ignite passion at our store

  • Multiple Sluices on Site

    Our two outdoor sluices have plenty of room for larger parties.

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  • Explore our Rock Shop

    We offer everything from specimens to jewelry in our rock shop.

    In-store Services