Terrain intelligence
ML models cross-reference topo maps, fault lines, and USGS mineral surveys to surface high-probability dig zones on any parcel of public land.
Coming soon
Find Earth's hidden
treasures before you dig
GemScout combines satellite terrain analysis, geological survey data, and a community of rockhounds to point you toward gem-bearing ground. Join the waitlist for early access when we launch.
47k+ Verified dig sites
89% ID accuracy
12k Waitlist signups
Quartz Ridge, NV · Heat map
High probability Medium Community report
Features
Everything between your couch and the claim
From desktop research to boots-on-ground, GemScout is the full stack for anyone who'd rather find gems than buy them.
Field-ready maps
Download offline GPS layers with elevation contours, access roads, and claim boundaries, built for spots with zero cell service.
Specimen ID
Snap a photo in the field and get instant identification with confidence scores, Mohs hardness estimates, and fair-market value ranges.
Community claims
Browse verified reports from fellow scouts, with photos, GPS pins, and seasonal notes on water levels, road conditions, and permit status.
Trip planner
Bundle weather forecasts, BLM permit links, gear checklists, and drive times into a single expedition brief you can share with your crew.
Portfolio tracker
Catalog your finds with provenance data, estimated grades, and export-ready reports for insurance or resale on dealer marketplaces.
How it works
From satellite to shovel in three steps
01
Draw your search area
Drop a pin or sketch a polygon on the map. GemScout instantly pulls geological data for that region: faults, host rock, historical mines.
02
Read the heat map
Color-coded probability layers show where quartz veins, pegmatite dikes, and alluvial deposits are most likely. Filter by mineral type.
03
Plan and go
Export your route, check permits, pack the checklist, and head out. Log finds in-app to contribute back to the community.
Scouts say
Trusted in the field
"Found a pocket of amethyst geodes in Arizona that I'd driven past a dozen times. GemScout's heat map was dead on. Best day I've had in the field in years."
"We use it for client scouting trips. The offline maps and permit links alone save us hours of prep per expedition."
"The specimen ID caught a mislabeled tourmaline in my collection. Paid for a year of Pro in one correction."
Pricing
Pick your pack weight
Planned pricing for launch. Join the waitlist to lock in founding member rates.
Scout
Free
For casual rockhounds getting started.
- 3 heat maps per month
- Basic specimen ID
- Community reports (read-only)
- Web maps only
Pro
$12 /mo
For serious collectors who hit the field monthly.
- Unlimited heat maps
- Advanced specimen ID + valuation
- Offline map downloads
- Trip planner & gear lists
- Portfolio tracker
Expedition
$29 /mo
For dealers, guides, and research teams.
- Everything in Pro
- Team seats (up to 5)
- API access & bulk exports
- Priority satellite refresh
- White-label client reports
Coming soon
Join the waitlist
Be first in line when GemScout launches. Early access, founding member pricing, and a voice in what we build next.
No spam. Just a heads-up when we're ready. Contact
Questions from the field?
Whether you're troubleshooting a heat map or need help with an Expedition team plan, our support crew actually knows what a pegmatite is.
- Email hello@gemscout.io
- Support hours Mon–Fri, 8am–6pm MT
- HQ Boulder, CO