Graves Mountain Mineral Site — rutile rockhounding site near Lincoln, AL
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Graves Mountain Mineral Site

Rockhounding site in Lincoln, Alabama · Other

Graves Mountain Mineral Site is a rutile rockhounding site near Lincoln, AL. Fee varies. Best season: During scheduled rock swap weekends.

Typical season: During scheduled rock swap weekends

Key facts

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

Specimen type
Rutile
Primary specimens
Rutile, Lazulite, Kyanite, Pyrophyllite
Fee status
Fee varies
Nearest town
Lincoln
State
Alabama
Coordinates
33.05000, -85.28000
Best season
During scheduled rock swap weekends
Access difficulty
Moderate hillside collecting
Camping
West Point Lake area campgrounds
Activities
Mineral collecting at organized events
Facilities
Event-based; no regular facilities
Last updated
July 5, 2026

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The experience

  • Best time to visitDuring scheduled rock swap weekends
  • AccessModerate hillside collecting
  • FacilitiesEvent-based; no regular facilities
  • Camping nearbyWest Point Lake area campgrounds

Things you need to take to Graves Mountain Mineral Site

Best overallSafety Glasses

DEWALT DPG82 Concealer Safety Glasses

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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

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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.