Where to Find Calcite in Colorado
3 mapped calcite rockhounding spots in Colorado, across 3 counties. Calcite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 3 calcite rockhounding spots in Colorado
Calcite by county in Colorado
Counties ranked by number of calcite spots in our database.
Every calcite spot in Colorado
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summit of Mount AnteroMount Antero Trail | Chaffee County |
| 38.6738, -106.2467 | Public |
| Table Mountains (North and South)North Table Loop Trail | Jefferson County | 39.7740, -105.2009 | Public | |
| Specimen Mountain | Larimer County | 40.4428, -105.8084 | Public |
Calcite in Colorado FAQ
Where can I find calcite in Colorado?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 calcite spots in Colorado, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Chaffee County.
Is collecting calcite legal in Colorado?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like calcite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Colorado, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best calcite location in Colorado?+
Chaffee County has the most calcite spots in our database for Colorado. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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