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Mount Mica Pegmatite
Mount Mica near Paris is America's first gem pegmatite mine, producing tourmaline and beryl since the 1820s.
View detailsMaine tourmaline pegmatites
Oxford County pegmatites around Mount Mica produce tourmaline, beryl, and quartz in crystal pockets — confirm current access before you dig historic quarry names.
1 spots in Maine.
Plan your trip with individual listing pages below — fees, access, and seasonal notes vary by site. Use rockhounding sites near me to sort by GPS, or see all rockhounding sites in Maine.
Oxford County pegmatite country
Maine’s Mount Mica / Oxford County pegmatites are legendary for tourmaline, beryl, and quartz in crystal pockets. This hub lists 1 related Maine directory sites — classic quarry names are not automatic open digs.
Confirm current access before you travel. Many historic pits are private, reclaimed, or fee-only. Fee digs and club outings are the practical beginner path.
What collectors look for
Tourmaline shows elongated, striated crystals with a triangular cross-section. Colors range from black schorl to green, pink, and watermelon elbaite in gem pegmatites.
Pair this region with the tourmaline specimen map, Maine state hub, and gemstone mining equipment guide before a first pegmatite trip.