Hidden Trails: Where to Find Raw Gemstones in the Wild

You all eager to explore nature’s crystal gifts may wonder where to find raw gemstones yourselves. Riverbeds, mines, and eroded hillsides often hide treasures like quartz, garnet, and jasper. Rockhounding is a rewarding activity that lets you connect with the Earth while hunting for beauty. Always check local laws and permissions before digging. Field guides and geological maps are great tools for identifying sites. Once you find raw stones, you can clean, classify, or even trade them. Tree of Life Gems offers tumbled stones that show what your finds may become. Turn every hike into a gem-hunting adventure.