North Carolina's #1 gem mining attraction, with fun for the entire family! Enjoy spectacular mountain setting in authentic historic mines near the Blue Ridge Parkway and Little Switzerland. Tour a real underground mine at the NC Mining Museum. Search for genuine gems and keep what you find! Have your stones cut and mounted in jewelry. See our splashing waterfall, tour the music museum, marvel at the model railroad display, the Old Company Store, and more!


If you are looking to satisfy your craving for adventure, look no further than Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine. Gem Mountain shares the rich history and tradition of mining at every visit. All the action takes place under the covered gemstone flumes, where your mission is to discover and identify beautiful and valued gemstones. There are a variety of gemstones just waiting to be discovered! After your discoveries are made, your stones will be inspected free of charge. You also have the option of having your treasured gemstones cut and made into jewelry by qualified gem cutters! If weather permits, ...