Where to Find Albertite in the United States
3 mapped albertite spots across 1 U.S. states. Albertite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. The map below shows where collectors most often find it on legal public ground.
Map showing where to find albertite across the United States, with 3 mapped spots
Top states for albertite
States ranked by number of albertite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused albertite-in-state list.
Every albertite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ColtonPeerless Road | Carbon County |
| 39.7041, -110.9092 | Public |
| DuchesneDinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | Duchesne County |
| 40.1539, -110.4100 | Public |
| Soldier SummitState Street | Wasatch County |
| 39.9285, -111.0786 | Public |
Albertite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find albertite in the U.S.?+
Utah have the highest concentrations of albertite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many albertite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
3 mapped spots across 1 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect albertite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like albertite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always check with the managing agency before a trip.
How do I identify albertite in the field?+
Field identification of albertite comes down to color, hardness, fracture, and luster. The RockHoundR app links to geology details for each spot to help narrow down what you might be picking up.
Hunt albertite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
