
We have a terrific rock and gift shop with lots of good gems and minerals to round out your collection. We carry ornamental pieces and lapidary supplies. We also have a covered picnic area and a small playground for the pebble pups. Sheffield Mine is one of the oldest Ruby Mines still in operation in the Cowee Valley. Franklin, North Carolina, United States of America. View Address, Phone Number, Hours, and Services for Cherokee Ruby Mine, a Tourist Information Center at Cherokee Mine Road, Franklin, NC. Mining is a great field trip for church groups, scout troops, senior citizen groups and others. We have an educational program that will fit your needs. Scouts can work on their geology achievements and badges. As seen on the Travel Channel, this mine is located in Franklin about an hour from Murphy. Compare 22 hotels near Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine in Franklin using 2731 real guest reviews.

Cherokee Ruby and Sapphire Mine ( 82 41 Cherokee Mine Rd., Franklin, NC. You dig your own dirt in our mining tunnel and wash the dirt away in our covered flume. Their website has good information on ruby mining. In our Gem Mine you can find Ruby, Sapphire, Garnet, Amethyst, Citrine. In our Gem Mine you can find Ruby, Sapphire, Garnet, Amethyst, Citrine, Moonstone, Topaz, Smoky Quartz, Rose Quartz, Quartz Crystals and more! All equipment is provided and we help beginners. Centrally located in Western North Carolina in the heart of the Smoky Mountains.


Operating since 1952, Rose Creek Mine is one of 3 state licensed gem mines in Macon County, North Carolina. Centrally located in Western North Carolina in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, we are near waterfalls, white-water rafting, AT Trail hiking, museums, antique shops, historic train rides and the Cherokee Indian Reservation.
