Carpenter Hollow And Buffalo Cove — calcite rockhounding site near Tennessee, TN
CalciteTNFee varies

Carpenter Hollow And Buffalo Cove

Rockhounding site in Tennessee, Tennessee · Other

Carpenter Hollow And Buffalo Cove is a calcite rockhounding site near Tennessee, TN. Fee varies. Best season: Spring through fall.

Typical season: Spring through fall

Key facts

Structured details for trip planning — verify access and fees with the land manager before you visit.

Specimen type
Calcite
Primary specimens
Calcite, Celestite, Dolomite, Geodes, Marcasite, Pyrite
Fee status
Fee varies
Nearest town
Tennessee
State
Tennessee
Coordinates
36.37978, -84.98614
Best season
Spring through fall; confirm seasonal road access
Access difficulty
Moderate; remote roads possible
Camping
Dispersed camping may be available nearby; verify land rules
Activities
Rock and mineral collecting
Facilities
Tennessee regional services
Last updated
July 5, 2026

What to pack for Carpenter Hollow And Buffalo Cove

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The experience

  • Best time to visitSpring through fall; confirm seasonal road access
  • AccessModerate; remote roads possible
  • FacilitiesTennessee regional services
  • Camping nearbyDispersed camping may be available nearby; verify land rules

Things you need to take to Carpenter Hollow And Buffalo Cove

Best overallSafety Glasses

DEWALT DPG82 Concealer Safety Glasses

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Best overallSpecimen Bags & Wrap

SE Specimen Storage Bags 10-Pack

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Osprey Talon 22 Backpack

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Best overallKnee Pads for Digging

NoCry Professional Construction Knee Pads

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Map & location

Open in MapsGet directions36.37978, -84.98614

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Safety notice: Field and weather conditions change with weather, season, and field conditions. Verify current conditions with local land managers before you go. Collect at your own risk — there are rarely rangers or land managers at these sites.