Mason's Sapphire Mine

Mason's Sapphire Mine Dig your own dirt, native sapphire mine Historic Mason's Sapphire Mine was originally owned by the Mason family in 1942. Groups of 10 or more $25 per person.
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It was operated as a commercial abrasive mine. The beautiful purplish pink sapphires were an added bonus! For years now The mine has been operated as a dig your own dirt sapphire mine. Mason's Sapphire Mine is one of only 3 mines in Macon county offering native sapphire dirt. Just last year a 129.5 carat sapphire was found by Mike Taylor from Indiana! On an average day customers find between 10 an

d 60 total carats. Adults $35 ages 6-11 $15, 5 and under mine for free! Primitive camping is available for only $25 a night. All campsite prices include 2 adults, additional adults are $5 each. Children are free! Sorry but there is no water hookups or dumping station available at this time. Cold drinks, snacks, ice cream, lunch items, t shirts, souvenirs, fire wood etc... available in mine store.

03/10/2026
03/09/2026

Hey Miners after Much deliberation. We’re sad to announce we will not be opening the mine this year.

Address

6961 Upper Burningtown Road
Franklin, NC
28734

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

(828) 369-9742

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