FAQ
Digging iridescent hematite at Graves Mountain, Georgia
How are locations chosen?
The locations have been found through extensive research using free online information and a few from my own exploration. If you’re into rockhounding, you’ll likely recognize many of them!
Exploring Western South Dakota for Teepee Canyon agates
Why do you share these locations?
Most of these locations are well known and have been shared extensively, even before the rise of social media. The goal of this website is to put everything in one place that’s easy to navigate.
The BLM MLRS, used to track mining claims - It’s tricky at times
What are mining claims and are they a part of the map?
Mining claims allow individuals or companies to claim mineral rights on federal land. Claims may be present at some of the locations, but are not represented in the map itself. They change status often and can be complex. You’re able to walk through them, but not collect any rocks. They’ll be marked in their corners, usually with wooden 4×4 posts.
Pushing the limits of Firestone all season tires in SE Arizona
How do you know where public and private land end?
Significant effort has been taken to ensure GPS coordinates listed are on public land, but status of these places may change over time. These are checked periodically against a land map.
Ultimately, it is your responsibility to ensure you remain on land you’re allowed to be on. Treat the listed coordinates as a starting point.
How can I support the project?
Right now, simply checking out the map is the best way to support the project. Some fun ideas are in the works as more people join.
You’ll see some display ads on the website as a way to help try and pay website and software costs.
My aim is to keep the website free!
Unakite granite in Eastern Upper Michigan
A hunt for Fairburn agates in South Dakota’s Indian Creek area
Want to get in touch?
Send me an email: griffincoledigs@gmail.com
Or send an instagram DM: @griffincoledigs