Where to Find Alstonite in the United States
1 mapped alstonite spots across 1 U.S. states. Alstonite 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 alstonite across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for alstonite
States ranked by number of alstonite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused alstonite-in-state list.
Every alstonite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minerva Mine AreaMinerva Mine Road | Hardin County |
| 37.5431, -88.1563 | Public |
Alstonite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find alstonite in the U.S.?+
Illinois have the highest concentrations of alstonite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many alstonite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
1 mapped spots across 1 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect alstonite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like alstonite 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 alstonite in the field?+
Field identification of alstonite 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 alstonite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
