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

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2025 HOLIDAY SEASON SALE BEGINS THANKSGIVING DAY 10% to 20% OFF BUCKETS !!!

Enter "20%" for Master, Super Mystery or The Legend, and "10%" for all other buckets in DISCOUNT CODE in shopping cart to receive Holiday discounts!

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

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

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

"Older than Dirt" Fossil Bucket- $35

Ruby and Sapphire Bucket - $75

Opal Bucket- $75

Emerald Bucket- $75

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

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

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

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

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