Western North Carolina is known for its hills full of hidden treasures. From rubies and sapphires to emeralds and gold, the region is stocked with gems, stones and minerals still waiting to be ...

Rockhounding is not a hobby you hear about every day. Loosely defined as the practice of recreationally hunting for gems and semi-precious stones in their natural habitats, it's primarily seen as a ...

It's not often that a site formed over millions of years is open to the public for exploration, and once visitors arrive, there are treasures available for finding. The locale is known as Ruggles Mine ...

PHILIPSBURG — Possibly the least known mountain range in southwest Montana, the John Long Mountains are special area for those seeking peace and isolation from the noise of modern life. Many people ...

Snake River Golf and Gem Mining, an abandoned mini-golf entertainment complex off Highway 17S in Myrtle Beach has been abandoned for years but will re-open under new ownership soon. A water tower and ...