Pay-To-Dig Gem Mines in Arkansas

The only diamond mine in the world open to the public where you keep what you find. Over 35,000 diamonds have been found by visitors since 1972. The surface-search field is plowed regularly after rains to expose new material. Diamonds, amethyst, jasper, quartz, and other minerals are found here regularly.

One of the largest quartz crystal mining operations open to the public. Dig in active mining pits in the Ouachita Mountains — the world capital of quartz crystal production. Phantom quartz, chlorite inclusions, and massive single-point crystals are regularly found. Equipment rentals and guided tours available.

Dig phantom quartz and chlorite-included crystals at the famous Phantom Mine section of the Wegner operation near Mount Ida. These unique crystals show a pyramid ghost inside and are among the most prized quartz specimens in the world.

Popular rock and gem digging site featuring quartz crystals and other minerals commonly found in the Ouachita Mountains region.

Dig for quartz crystals in native Ouachita Mountain ground. Known for excellent clear and smoky quartz crystal specimens with good terminations.

The only public diamond mine in the world! Search a 37-acre field that is the eroded surface of a 95-million-year-old volcanic crater. Keep any diamond you find. Over 33,000 diamonds found since 1906.

Family-run quartz crystal mine near Mount Ida. Dig native ground for beautiful quartz crystal clusters and points from the Ouachita Mountains.

Group digs and tailings collecting at this family-run mine in the quartz capital of the world. Multiple mine areas including the Crystal Forest Mine and Phantom Mine.

One of the most famous quartz crystal mining operations in the world. Dig native quartz crystal pockets in the Ouachita Mountains with expert staff help.

A unique crystal mining experience in the Ouachita Mountains. Known for unusual crystal habits including self-healed and phantoms. Digging in native ground.

Dig for large, museum-quality quartz crystal clusters near Hot Springs, Arkansas. Guided digs available with equipment provided.

A classic Arkansas quartz crystal dig site. Excellent specimens of clear and smoky quartz crystals from native ground pockets.

A private diamond and quartz collecting site near the famous Crater of Diamonds. Less crowded than the state park with good finds.

Dig your own quartz crystals in the Ouachita Mountains, the quartz capital of the world. Excellent crystals including smoky and phantom varieties.

Dig for beautiful quartz crystals in the Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas.

Family-friendly quartz crystal mine in Arkansas. Dig your own giant crystals!

Search a 37.5-acre plowed field for real diamonds. Finders keepers!

Large quartz crystal dig operation in the Ouachita Mountains. Amazing specimens.