Where to Find Aphthitalite in the United States
1 mapped aphthitalite spots across 1 U.S. states. Aphthitalite 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 aphthitalite across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for aphthitalite
States ranked by number of aphthitalite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused aphthitalite-in-state list.
Every aphthitalite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Searles Lake | San Bernardino County |
| 35.7316, -117.3294 | Public |
Aphthitalite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find aphthitalite in the U.S.?+
California have the highest concentrations of aphthitalite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many aphthitalite 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 aphthitalite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like aphthitalite 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 aphthitalite in the field?+
Field identification of aphthitalite 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 aphthitalite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
