Collier Creek Crystal Mine is one of the very best mining locations in Montgomery County. This large mine is actively excavating and extracting crystals on an almost daily schedule. Visitors can choose from different options to dig their own crystals at this open pit mine. 

There is a large area of tailings material that is accessible for a fee of $25 per day. Crystals are plentiful and easily recovered by digging through the loose dirt. Tools needed include a handheld shovel or rake, small spade, pickaxe and a container to put your crystals in as well as gloves.

Collier Creek Mine also offers private pocket digs that start at $500. There are several other tiers of pocket digs as well as a primitive hardrock dig. The mine owner Jeff Burrow will prepare a zone of the mine according to the budget that has been established. You will have private access to this area for the whole day and you can take out pristine crystals. Reservations are required for any private pocket digs and need to be made in advance by calling the mine.

For digging a pocket you need to come prepared. Bring heavy-duty equipment such as a 5-pound sledgehammer, chisels, a crowbar or digging bar, screwdrivers or deer antlers, plenty of newspaper, multiple pairs of gloves, and several buckets for your finds. Hard-rock mining requires intense physical labor and pocket digs are not recommended for small children or elderly folks.

Access to the mine is via a gravel road off Liberty Gap road. Look for the signs to turn onto the dirt road that leads you to the actual mine. Road conditions are good to allow access for any type of vehicle. For correct directions, go to either Glenwood if coming from the South or Norman if coming from the North and then punch in directions. This will bring up the quickest and most convenient direction to the mine.

You are able to drive right up to the digging area. There are clean restrooms on site. Cash and credit cards are accepted.

Collier Creek Mine is a must-visit spot during your rockhounding journey in Arkansas.