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As seen on the "Learning Channel," hunt for amazing treasures. Gem mine rain or shine. Covered flume lines. Extensive emerald display. Aquamarine mine trips. Sands of Time Museum, free. Jewelry and gift shop. Open March through December.

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Spruce Pine Gem & Gold Mine

Mine for native gemstones with one of the oldest mining families in North Carolina. Documented by National Geographic Magizine. Mining this area since 1810. Featured on PBS and in Readers Digest. Open year-round with covered flumes. Heated indoor flume in winter with warm water. Gemcutting &

Spruce Pine, NC Pioneer History

Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine

As seen on the "Learning Channel,"

Spruce Pine, NC Pioneer History


Grassy Creek Golf & Country Club

Challenging par-72 golf course offering small, fast bentgrass greens and a 90 cart path rule, weather permitting. Championship (6277 yards, 70.2 rating, 132 slope); Middle (5744 yards, 68.0 rating, 125 slope); Forward (4797 yards, 68.9 rating, 125 slope). 18 holes, par 72. clubhouse, rstrnt./

Spruce Pine, NC Golf Courses

Museum of N.C. Minerals

Exhibits feature minerals and gems found in North Carolina. Fun, interactive displays explain the importance of mining in the region.

Spruce Pine, NC Museums

Things to do near Spruce Pine, NC

Watauga Creek Home Furnishings

Unique western, southwestern and cabin furniture/accessories. Visit our retail location 2.5 miles south of Franklin on U.S. H...

Blowing Rock Victorian Inn

Elegantly restored Victorian home in the heart of Blowing Rock. This grand lady of the village also possesses a beautifully ...

Cabin Fever

Country cabins in quiet, wooded, secluded Saluda. 20 acres of lovely wooded property with fishing and other fun activities l...

Turkey Creek Campground

A family campground with hot showers, water & electric at the campsites. Convenient to whitewater rafting, mountain bike tra...