Where to Find Bauxite in the United States
2 mapped bauxite spots across 2 U.S. states. Bauxite 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 bauxite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for bauxite
States ranked by number of bauxite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused bauxite-in-state list.
Every bauxite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bauxite QuarriesBauxite Cutoff Road | Saline County |
| 34.5443, -92.5053 | Public |
| Missionary RidgeLine Street | Hamilton County |
| 35.0391, -85.2510 | Public |
Bauxite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find bauxite in the U.S.?+
Arkansas, Tennessee have the highest concentrations of bauxite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many bauxite 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 bauxite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like bauxite 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 bauxite in the field?+
Field identification of bauxite 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 bauxite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
