Where to Find Binghamite in the United States
2 mapped binghamite spots across 1 U.S. states. Binghamite 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 binghamite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find binghamite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for binghamite
States ranked by number of binghamite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused binghamite-in-state list.
Every binghamite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arco MineSlikstone Drive | Crow Wing County |
| 46.4891, -94.0019 | Public |
| Portsmouth MinePortsmouth Campground Trail | Crow Wing County |
| 46.4908, -93.9714 | Public |
Binghamite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find binghamite in the U.S.?+
Minnesota have the highest concentrations of binghamite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many binghamite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
2 mapped spots across 1 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect binghamite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like binghamite 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 binghamite in the field?+
Field identification of binghamite 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 binghamite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
