Where to Find Almandite in the United States
2 mapped almandite spots across 1 U.S. states. Almandite 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 almandite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for almandite
States ranked by number of almandite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused almandite-in-state list.
Every almandite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General AreaState Highway 182 | Iron County |
| 46.0834, -89.9912 | Public |
| Sandy Beach & Mud LakesSandy Beach Road | Iron County |
| 46.1109, -89.9627 | Public |
Almandite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find almandite in the U.S.?+
Wisconsin have the highest concentrations of almandite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many almandite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
2 mapped spots across 1 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect almandite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like almandite 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 almandite in the field?+
Field identification of almandite 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 almandite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
