Where to Find Calcite in Illinois
6 mapped calcite rockhounding spots in Illinois, across 3 counties. Calcite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 6 calcite rockhounding spots in Illinois
Calcite by county in Illinois
Counties ranked by number of calcite spots in our database.
Every calcite spot in Illinois
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Glen CreekNorth County Road 700 | Hancock County | 40.3714, -91.3755 | Public | |
| Dallas CityOak Street | Hancock County | 40.6308, -91.1664 | Public | |
| Hamilton QuarrySouth 2nd Street | Hancock County | 40.3822, -91.3554 | Public | |
| Cave-In RockHastie Mine Road | Hardin County | 37.5032, -88.2052 | Public | |
| Rosiclare4th Street | Hardin County |
| 37.4310, -88.3422 | Public |
| North AuroraConco Street | Kane County | 41.8029, -88.3195 | Public |
Calcite in Illinois FAQ
Where can I find calcite in Illinois?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 calcite spots in Illinois, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Hancock County.
Is collecting calcite legal in Illinois?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like calcite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Illinois, 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 Illinois?+
Hancock County has the most calcite spots in our database for Illinois. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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