Where to Find Ankerite in the United States
5 mapped ankerite spots across 5 U.S. states. Ankerite 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 ankerite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find ankerite across the United States, with 5 mapped spots
Top states for ankerite
States ranked by number of ankerite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused ankerite-in-state list.
Every ankerite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement Creek Rd.Cement Creek Road 740 | Gunnison County | 38.9312, -106.7699 | Public | |
| Plainfield | Hampshire County | 42.5343, -72.9248 | Public | |
| Roberson RidgeRocky Branch Road | Haywood County | 35.4150, -82.9962 | Public | |
| Temple MountainBLM 849 | Emery County | 38.6887, -110.6816 | Public | |
| LynchburgStage Road | Campbell County | 37.3910, -79.0400 | Public |
Ankerite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find ankerite in the U.S.?+
Colorado, Massachusetts, North Carolina have the highest concentrations of ankerite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many ankerite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
5 mapped spots across 5 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect ankerite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like ankerite 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 ankerite in the field?+
Field identification of ankerite 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 ankerite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
