Join McCoy Minerals for hands-on rock hounding adventures, gemstone hunts, gold panning, cave tours, live gemstone cutting demonstrations, and special seasonal events throughout the year. Our guided experiences are designed for all ages and skill levels—perfect for families, collectors, and anyone who loves gemstones, fossils, and the outdoors.
Search for rubies, sapphires, aquamarine, gold, citrine, jade, moonstone, and more while learning about geology, mining, and gemstone identification along the way. Many tours visit private locations not normally open to the public, making every trip a unique adventure.
Visit the shop for live gemstone cutting events where you can watch rough stones transformed into sparkling finished gems right before your eyes, ask questions, and learn about the lapidary process from our in-house team. Throughout the summer, enjoy special events like our Oyster Pearl Party, gemstone giveaways, educational experiences, family-friendly activities, and more exciting surprises.
September 20th
9 am
Wild Cave Tour with Appalachian Caverns
Explore beneath the surface on this unforgettable Wild Cave Tour through Appalachian Caverns. This guided adventure takes you into rarely seen areas of the caverns, offering a unique, hands-on experience for those ready to explore the underground world.
This tour is open to all ages and includes opportunities to navigate natural cave formations, with optional tight spaces and tunnels for those looking for an extra challenge. Please note there is an area with deep water, and participants should be prepared to get wet and muddy.
This is a learning-focused trip, with collecting limited to stones found on the ground surface.
Tour Details: Meet at 9:00 AM at 420 Cave Hill Rd, Blountville, TN.
What to Bring: Please come prepared with clothing you don’t mind getting wet, muddy, or possibly torn, along with a change of clothes and a towel.
$40 Cash per person
