Gem Mountain - Gem Mining in North Carolina Gift Shop

Open March 1st –December 31st – Monday thru Saturday-closed Sundays
Memorial Day Weekend thru Labor Day Weekends we are open 9-7 - and all other days 9-5

Whether you are looking for candy, jewelry, or that special souvenir, you are certain to discover something special in our gift shop. Our friendly shopkeeper will happily assist you in selecting that perfect gift, to give or to keep!

We offer quilts, handbags, home decor, Schleich toys, knives, a Christmas shop that stays open year round, and much more! We also have Fenton glassware that is made from the Feldspar that is mined right here in Mitchell County. Candy, fudge, snacks, hot dogs, soft drinks, cappuccino and, of course... ice cream are available! Stroll on down to our grassy picnic area and relax in the shade by the stream.

We are located right on Hwy 226 in Spruce Pine and we invite you to contact us for more information. We invite individuals, families, and groups of all sizes.

We invite you to browse our entire website for all of the fun activities that we offer... come join us in person or even purchase buckets of rich mine ore and more ONLINE.

We are open March 1st through December 31st, Closed Sundays. Memorial Day through Labor day 9-7, all other days 9-5.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact us at 1-888-817-5829 or use our online request form.