Where to Find Axinite in the United States
6 mapped axinite spots across 2 U.S. states. Axinite 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 axinite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find axinite across the United States, with 6 mapped spots
Top states for axinite
States ranked by number of axinite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused axinite-in-state list.
Every axinite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limekiln Creek Beaches AreaCabrillo Highway | Monterey County |
| 36.0087, -121.5196 | Public |
| Old Quarry (Riverside)Sierra Avenue | Riverside County |
| 34.0167, -117.4159 | Public |
| Lambertville QuarryDaniel Bray Highway | Hunterdon County |
| 40.3931, -74.9597 | Public |
| Mt. GilboaDaniel Bray Highway | Hunterdon County |
| 40.3898, -74.9562 | Public |
| LambertvilleRiver Road | Mercer County |
| 40.3236, -74.9120 | Public |
| Mine Hill (axinite)West Dewey Avenue | Morris County |
| 40.8989, -74.6049 | Public |
Axinite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find axinite in the U.S.?+
New Jersey, California have the highest concentrations of axinite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many axinite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
6 mapped spots across 2 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect axinite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like axinite 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 axinite in the field?+
Field identification of axinite 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 axinite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
