Where to Find Andradite Garnet in the United States
1 mapped andradite garnet spots across 1 U.S. states. Andradite Garnet 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 andradite garnet across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for andradite garnet
States ranked by number of andradite garnet spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused andradite garnet-in-state list.
Every andradite garnet spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HarrisburgPleasant View Road | York County |
| 40.1651, -76.8443 | Public |
Andradite Garnet rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find andradite garnet in the U.S.?+
Pennsylvania have the highest concentrations of andradite garnet in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many andradite garnet 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 andradite garnet on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like andradite garnet 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 andradite garnet in the field?+
Field identification of andradite garnet 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 andradite garnet on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
