Where to Find Augite in the United States
9 mapped augite spots across 6 U.S. states. Augite 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 augite across the United States, with 9 mapped spots
Top states for augite
States ranked by number of augite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused augite-in-state list.
Every augite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. FreedomRandolph Trails/Patriots' Path (Blue) | Morris County |
| 40.8207, -74.5848 | Public |
| Kilbourne Hole | Doña Ana County |
| 31.9734, -106.9660 | Public |
| Lyon Mountain | Clinton County | 44.7227, -73.8541 | Public | |
| Eagle Flat | Hudspeth County | 31.1171, -105.1381 | Public | |
| Iron Peak | Iron County | 37.9125, -112.6907 | Public | |
| Twin Peak | Millard County | 38.7841, -112.7329 | Public | |
| Brumley RidgeBrumley Ridge Trail | San Juan County | 38.4784, -109.3323 | Public | |
| Dutch Mountain | Tooele County | 40.2349, -113.8263 | Public | |
| Dresser Trap Rock QuarryEast Avenue North | Polk County |
| 45.3790, -92.6297 | Public |
Augite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find augite in the U.S.?+
Utah, New Jersey, New Mexico have the highest concentrations of augite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many augite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
9 mapped spots across 6 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect augite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like augite 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 augite in the field?+
Field identification of augite 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 augite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
