Where to Find Amphibolite in the United States
4 mapped amphibolite spots across 3 U.S. states. Amphibolite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. The map below shows where collectors most often find it on legal public ground.
Learn about amphibolite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find amphibolite across the United States, with 4 mapped spots
Top states for amphibolite
States ranked by number of amphibolite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused amphibolite-in-state list.
Every amphibolite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear IslandChesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath | Montgomery County | 38.9740, -77.2027 | Public | |
| ElfElf Shore Cove | Clay County | 35.0235, -83.7480 | Public | |
| Pressley MinePressley Mine Road | Haywood County | 35.5729, -82.8127 | Public | |
| Fork of Big Creek & Little Saluda RiverBarr Woods Road | Saluda County |
| 34.0618, -81.6766 | Public |
Amphibolite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find amphibolite in the U.S.?+
North Carolina, Maryland, South Carolina have the highest concentrations of amphibolite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many amphibolite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
4 mapped spots across 3 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect amphibolite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like amphibolite 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 amphibolite in the field?+
Field identification of amphibolite 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 amphibolite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
