This is absolutely charming! There are so many amazing things to see, the prices are below what I expected to pay and the educational value alone is worth the drive. It just FEELS good to be there. I won't buy jewelry anywhere else from here on out. The petrified wood is mind boggling! The quality and the prices are worth the drive. The people are so kind and welcoming. I can't wait to go back! (My advice, stick to the old buildings and original site. Part of the family have started a new area next door to it and they are aggressive, pushy, and all to happy to gossip about their family next door. It is a 180 degree turn around from the welcoming atmosphere next door.) read more

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Truly worth the stop!! The owners were knowledgeable and friendly, there were so many shops to go into and the prices were great. So glad we went and will be back next time we're in the area. read more

Johnson’s Rock Shop - Gift Shops Near Me - Livingston, Texas

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This is a bit of a drive from where I live in Texas, but it was well worth it. We were greeted by the owners and shown around. The wide variety of rocks, minerals, fossils, rough, and other lapidary materials is astounding. The "shop" consists of many buildings with stone paths and imbedded stone walkways connecting them. The one draw back of the store is that many of the buildings have stairs, and the area is uneven ground for the most part which can make walking a bit difficult. I bought several large specimens for both my collection and just for whimsy. I can safely say that this is the best rock shop in Texas. Unlike others, such as Nature's Treasures, there is no "metaphysical" undercurrent in the store. Johnson's is a musty, dusty, and at times messy experience, but well worth it. Rock shop of the old days at it's finest. And, if you want excellent home cooking with soul, eat at Florida's in Livingston. Fine food, generous portions and a great staff. See my review of Florida's in Yelp. read more

What an amazing surprise! If you would have told me I would have found such an amazing rock shop nestled in the middle of the woods between Livingston and the reservation, I would have laughed. You truly just have to stop and experience it to believe it! read more

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Loved this rock shop! It was the highlight of our trip. There had been a bad storm before we got there and the lake was pretty nasty. Found this jewel of a shop and had the best time shopping here. Such a nice surprise. I don't think I even saw all of the buildings. read more

Johnson’s Rock Shop - Wisteria in front. - Gift Shops Near Me - Livingston, Texas

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I used to spend my Saturdays at my favorite rock shop, Shu's Rock Shop in League City, but after they closed permanently. I was left out of luck. During about the same time Shu's closed, another rock shop in Seabrook closed as well. So, the only other option that my sister and I didn't wanna take was the Katy's Rock Shop.... After searching on Yelp and Google for "rock shops nearby"; we found Johnson's Rock Shop. A little hesitant to visit at first, well, due to it being a small country city in Texas many miles away from Jasper, we just didn't get caught up in the wrong place at the wrong time type of deal (if you catch my drift). It was a 2 hour drive from my house and let me tell ya, it was well worth it. First off, I've never been to Livingson before, but driven through Coldsprings plenty of times. The rock shop is located on back paths, dirt roads, and in a residential area: that's the first sign when you feel lost. However, thankfully there are signs how to get to the rock shop, like Dorothy from the wizard of Oz just follow the yellow signs that reads "rock shop" with directional arrows pointing. Once we got there, we noticed there wasn't that much parking, so we hurried in and parked. The rock shop is so cute! It's behind the front facing house and consists of ten little shops, even a museum! Oh and rocks everywhere!!! The price are so affordable, I wanted to buy more, but a reminder is its cash only. Be prepared. The Johnson's are so sweet, immediately my fear of visiting went away and I felt at home with the beautiful gems. It was pieces I've never seen before such as palm wood, golden lepidolite, tons of different fossils, and a museum at a rock shop! Mr. Johnson sits outside and talks to you as you walks by, he is so educated with the rocks. I loved that most about the rock shop. Also, they have been in business for years -- such a genuine rock shop! I've fell in love with this rock shop and was able to buy a few goodies. I even took my mum and though she isn't a big collector and rockhound like my sister and I, she picked up a rutilated quartz necklace, onyx pendant, and agate earrings. She enjoys the jewelry. As I type this review, I cannot wait to come back to explore! Tip to those traveling from afar: do leave your house early to arrive here, the rock shop closes at 5pm. read more

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Hands down best store. I have been coming here every year since I was a child and always find something new and cool. Definitely my favorite thing to do in the area! read more

Out of all the time I wasted at shops like the Katy Rock shop and Treasure Chest which are poorly operated by money hungry business owners I could've easily saved time here. This is the first and only rock shop I been to where the specimens were reasonably priced, where minerals are considered a passion rather than a business where money is king. You'll notice things like that when you normally go and search for rock shops. This one in particular is A+ it isn't just one shop, but several other mini shops attached and each shop has something different inside. You'll find a variety of gem stones, tumbler accessories, books, fingernail specimens, large showcase minerals, and history behind each shop. If you are looking to find stands or placement for your mineral they have it here. The only issue is that they are located in Livingston so I can't easily drive to rock shop and it's only open on certain days. But overall this is the best Rock & Mineral shop in the Houston area. Shu's rock shop in League City went out of business, Treasure Chest in Kemah went out of business and Katy rock shop owners are just in it for the money, the Johnson rock shop has history carried behind it and majority of all the minerals and rocks were collected by the owners and or family over the years. These people are super friendly and you might will see an older man sitting on the bench outside of the shop greeting everyone! Most definitely a sight to check out if you are in the area or just have a passion for minerals like me! read more

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Love this place, but they need to update their hours on Google. They are not open on Sundays as listed, and we just drove out there from Houston. Some very disappointed kiddos. read more

Johnson’s Rock Shop - Gift Shops Near Me - Livingston, Texas

Wow!!! What an awesome place! Several rooms full of all kinds of geodes, jewelry, crystals, gems, petrified wood, dinosaur dung, shells and much more! Really good prices as well! read more

So so cool! This place is so neat. It's got an endless amount to choose from. It's rugged and dirty. For sure like finding a diamond in the rough! Can't wait to go back with another group of people. It's landscaped with beautiful flowers to take some pretty neat photos. They have a bathtub full of rocks which he actually allowed our little nugget to jump inside and get a photo in. Seems small but actually is a lot when you've got kids. They are incredibly welcoming and complete sweethearts read more

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I absolutely love this hidden gem. Great finds, kind owners, so much to see and learn about! Amazing prices!

This is a hidden gem! If you are ever in the Lake Livingston TX area it is a must see stop. Rocks, crystals, agates and more! Pathways are lined with petrified wood, includes a museum and if you are lucky you may meet the proprietor, Mr. Otis Johnson. An extraordinarily singer, songwriter and poet this gentleman spent time with us including a personal serenade! Plan your trip soon though he is 92 years young!! read more

Off the beaten path but well worth the trip! Family owned and they are very nice. Crystals are all clearly priced and marked. TONS of Rose Quartz and they sell it by the pound! I believe like $3/lb. Also lots of petrified wood. The 'shop' is actually a grouping of approximately 10 individual rooms ranging from sculpted crystals to rough pieces to their jewelry rooms. Take the trip - it's worth it! read more

This is very unique and amazing rock shop! Meet Otis (owner) and one of his sons. His son provided us with great information about several rocks and gems. They have some beautiful rocks that blew my mind. I wanted to buy all of them. Otis was such a sweetheart he showed my husband and I, pics of his beautiful wife and also gave me His CD and DVD of his recordings. He also read two poems to us that he wrote to his beautiful wife back in 1952. It was great experience and bought all the rocks I was looking for. Cannot wait to go back!! read more

Kinda hard to find, but well worth the search. After 11 miles, 3 dirt roads and some eerie banjo music playing in the air, we finally found this (pardon the pun) jem of a roadside attraction. read more

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If you are on a dirt road, you are in the right place. It is very much off the beaten path, but well worth the trip. It's an experience as much as it is a store. It is family run. The daughter told us it was their hobby that outgrew her parents' house. And kept on growing. They have numerous buildings in a village style with rooms for various rocks, petrified wood, jewelry, fossils, shells, etc. They also have buildings for other hobbies that outgrew the house including a music room where the owner has recorded a CD for sale. We were there on a Sunday--they are usually closed in Sundays, but they open if one if the family members happens to be around. Great place to visit. And prices are very reasonable. read more

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Vary nice. An amazing place and give your self a hour extra to listen to the owners stories. Amazing read more

Johnson’s Rock Shop - Gift Shops Near Me - Livingston, Texas

Best Rock Shop i've been to in years. Lots of small little buildings to explore. Looks like a tiny mining camp! It was so much fun and totally worth the hour and a half drive for me. read more

If you haven't had the opportunity to visit "The Rock Shop" then you are missing out. It's one of the best kept secrets not only in this area but in Texas. From the scenic drive out (follow the signs) to the walk up to the buildings lined with petrified wood - you will enjoy every minute of your trip. The staff, which consists of mainly family, is so friendly, helpful & knowledgeable. I have been several times & will continue to go back. Love love love!!! read more

Me and my friends have been coming here for years. We always find something amazing when we come and the prices are great. They have many rooms to go in and each room is more amazing then the last it's a family owned business and it's always a joy to talk to them. They really are the sweetest people. read more

This place is a gem its self. A must for rock hounds and a rock solid side trip for those who just want to spend the day in wonderland. The family that owns the place welcome you and are worth the drive. The prices are fair, the selection is outstanding and the atmosphere is awe-inspiring. Do not miss this one. read more

I can't imagine a cooler rock shop. It's a bit of a journey, but that is part of the adventure. Plan on spending several hours browsing. There are multiple rooms plus outside sheds. Johnson's has a great selection of rocks, fossils, and gemstones. The prices are very reasonable and it's hard to stay within budget when you see the treasures. Online shopping can't compete. read more