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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 & custom jewelry design. Gift & Souvenier Shop.

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Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine

As seen on the "Learning Channel,"

Spruce Pine, NC Pioneer History

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

Historic Orchard at Altapass

Enjoy hayrides following the path of the Revolutionary War mountain soldiers or storytelling hayrides about our part of the mountains. An Appalachian cultural & historical center celebrating the people, music, art &

Spruce Pine, NC Orchards

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


Things to do near Spruce Pine, NC

Hardee's of Franklin

Family restaurant with wide menu selection. Drive-thru window. located on main street and lakeside drive. ...

Mud Dabbers Pottery and Crafts, Inc.

Mud Dabbers's Pottery and Crafts was established in 1987 by John Dodson and his family, in Brevard, NC. They expanded in Sep...

Franklin Motel

Located in downtown Franklin within walking distance of Main Street, shopping and dining. Cool, clean and comfortable. ...

The Secret Garden Inn & Spa

A luxurious bed & breakfast spa just minutes from downtown Asheville and the Biltmore Estate. Combines the elegance of Asian ...