Gem Mining, Gold Panning & Rockhounding in Pennsylvania

Where can you go gem mining in Pennsylvania? We list 1 site in Pennsylvania (1 mine tour), including Lackawana Coal Mine Tour (Taylor, PA).

Listings come from operators' official websites, OpenStreetMap, the federal RIDB database and the Bureau of Land Management.

Verify before visiting. Hours, fees, access and collecting rules change, and some listings come from community-edited data. Call or check the operator's official page before you go. Details we could not confirm are marked "call to confirm".

Mine Tours in Pennsylvania (1)

FAQ

How many gem mining and rockhounding sites are in Pennsylvania?

This directory lists 1 in Pennsylvania: 1 mine tour.

Can I keep what I find in Pennsylvania?

At pay-to-dig mines, usually yes, under the mine's own rules. On BLM land you may generally collect reasonable amounts for noncommercial use. Rules for state parks, national forests and private land differ, so check with the manager.

Also see: Pay-to-Dig Gem Mines · Gold Panning Spots · Rockhounding & Fossil Sites · Mine Tours · Gear checklist