Where to Find Brochantite in the United States
2 mapped brochantite spots across 2 U.S. states. Brochantite 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 brochantite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find brochantite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for brochantite
States ranked by number of brochantite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused brochantite-in-state list.
Every brochantite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OrganBaylor Canyon Pass | Doña Ana County |
| 32.4040, -106.6010 | Public |
| Yellow Canary Uranium DepositRed Creek Road | Daggett County |
| 40.9125, -109.2394 | Public |
Brochantite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find brochantite in the U.S.?+
New Mexico, Utah have the highest concentrations of brochantite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many brochantite 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 brochantite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like brochantite 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 brochantite in the field?+
Field identification of brochantite 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 brochantite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
