You’ll Love Digging For Topaz At This Unique Texas Ranch
Topaz is an extremely rare gemstone that’s difficult to find in nature. Luckily, it abounds here in Texas — and you can play miner for a day and excavate some yourself at Bar M Ranch in Mason. Whether you’re looking to impress someone with a hand-carved piece of jewelry or simply want the experience of digging for buried treasure, this unique opportunity is sure to be enjoyed by all.
Hiding in the tiny town of Mason, Bar M Ranch boasts more topaz than anywhere else in Texas. While mining our state gem is generally not allowed, the ranch affords visitors a unique opportunity to excavate some and bring it home.
Naturally occurring topaz is extremely rare, and you're unlikely to come across it outside this county. Search up and down the beautiful Honey Creek + its tributaries, feeling like a professional miner digging for gold.
Interested in wearing your finds? Bring them to local jeweler Gems of the Hill Country, and they'll create something so beautiful, you'll have a hard time taking it off.
Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing.
Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.
