Where to Find Arrowheads in the United States
2 mapped arrowheads spots across 2 U.S. states. Arrowheads 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 arrowheads across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for arrowheads
States ranked by number of arrowheads spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused arrowheads-in-state list.
Every arrowheads spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keya Paha River | Keya Paha County |
| 42.9895, -99.6252 | Public |
| Scotty’s Junction | Nye County |
| 37.2329, -116.9761 | Public |
Arrowheads rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find arrowheads in the U.S.?+
Nebraska, Nevada have the highest concentrations of arrowheads in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many arrowheads rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
2 mapped spots across 2 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect arrowheads on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like arrowheads 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 arrowheads in the field?+
Field identification of arrowheads 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 arrowheads on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
