Treasure Quest Mining is an indoor gem mining experience and a carefully curated gift shop featuring minerals, gemstone jewelry, fossil specimens, seashells, toys, and home decor treasures located near the heart of downtown Apex, North Carolina.
Visit us in Apex! You will dig it!
Indoor Gem Mining Experience
- Visit the Triangle area’s only all-indoor gem mining experience.
- Each of our hand-assembled buckets provides you with the highest quality experience available. Explore our bucket sizing and prices to plan your visit.
- We do not require reservations, and we do NOT charge admission; simply stop in to play.
- Open 5 days a week, Wednesday through Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm.
Minerals, Fossils, SeaShells, Toys & Gifts
- Explore the area’s largest selection of authentic gemstones, minerals, fossils, seashells, gemstone jewelry, toys, and unique home decor gifts.
- Visit our Shop in person or shop online via Etsy.
Events, Sales & New Treasures
- Learn about upcoming special events & sales.
- Subscribe to our email newsletter or follow us on social to learn about upcoming sales and special events.
Mobile Gem Mining
- Our state-of-the-art, custom-engineered travel trailer takes gem mining to the next level!
- Perfect for large-scale events.Book us for your next:
- In-house School or Camp Field Trip
- Non-profit Fundraiser Event
- Please note: The mobile mining experience is not available for birthday parties.
Gift Cards
- Give the gift of treasure. They will dig it!
- Pick one up in-store or buy an e-gift card online.
Learn more
- Curious about the Treasure Quest story? Learn more about our family-run business.
- Watch this video created by the team of WRAL.com Out and About TV.