GEM MINE
ELIJAH MOUNTAIN
Mine Treasures!
Feeding Lewis!
Peacock Habitat and Jurassic Pond Now Open Summer 2021
#1 Gem Mine in the Carolinas
Gemstone Mining Memories!
Dog Gone Gem Mine Fun!
Elijah Mountain Gem Mine has been voted the best gem mine and best mining experience in North Carolina for years. Top traveler ranked gem mine in North Carolina, Elijah Mountain Gem Mine is voted the #22 Thing to Do in the USA and the #4 Family-Friendly Fun activity in the world on TripAdvisor, 2021. In addition to the best mining experience, we have an on-site goat farm, peacock habitat, creek to play in and a shady picnic area. Our 3000 square foot store has the largest gem and fossil selection in North Carolina with prices from $1 to museum quality specimens.
gem mine hours
Daily Mining Hours
Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm
indoor and covered gem mining
Fossils!
Family Fun!
Pirate Day at the gem mine!
Strike It Rich!
