Where to Find Black Jasper in the United States
2 mapped black jasper spots across 2 U.S. states. Black Jasper 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 black jasper across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for black jasper
States ranked by number of black jasper spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused black jasper-in-state list.
Every black jasper spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foothills of Sunset Peak | Greenlee County |
| 33.1159, -109.2678 | Public |
| Washington Crossing State ParkBlue Dot Trail | Mercer County |
| 40.3093, -74.8642 | Public |
Black Jasper rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find black jasper in the U.S.?+
Arizona, New Jersey have the highest concentrations of black jasper in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many black jasper 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 black jasper on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like black jasper 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 black jasper in the field?+
Field identification of black jasper 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 black jasper on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
