Where to Find Andalusite in the United States
8 mapped andalusite spots across 7 U.S. states. Andalusite 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 andalusite across the United States, with 8 mapped spots
Top states for andalusite
States ranked by number of andalusite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused andalusite-in-state list.
Every andalusite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clark Valley | Fresno County | 36.7510, -119.3764 | Public | |
| Acton Lead MinesOrchard Road | York County | 43.4832, -70.9104 | Public | |
| Ennis | Madison County | 45.1931, -111.9394 | Public | |
| Granville County | Granville County | 36.3163, -78.6515 | Public | |
| Henry's KnobLaurelwood Drive | York County | 35.1310, -81.2751 | Public | |
| Hickory GroveWalnut Grove Road | York County | 34.9471, -81.4792 | Public | |
| Beaver Lake Mountains | Beaver County | 38.5463, -113.0866 | Public | |
| Jackson Co. Iron Mine dumps | Jackson County | 44.2939, -90.7184 | Public |
Andalusite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find andalusite in the U.S.?+
South Carolina, California, Maine have the highest concentrations of andalusite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many andalusite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
8 mapped spots across 7 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect andalusite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like andalusite 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 andalusite in the field?+
Field identification of andalusite 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 andalusite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
