Where to Find Calcite in Kentucky
7 mapped calcite rockhounding spots in Kentucky, across 5 counties. Calcite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 7 calcite rockhounding spots in Kentucky
Calcite by county in Kentucky
Counties ranked by number of calcite spots in our database.
Every calcite spot in Kentucky
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton | Caldwell County | 37.0919, -87.8451 | Public | |
| Crittenden CountyIrma White Road | Crittenden County | 37.3677, -88.1750 | Public | |
| BirdsvilleBizzel Bluff Road | Livingston County | 37.2012, -88.3728 | Public | |
| CarrsvilleTolu Road | Livingston County | 37.3959, -88.3528 | Public | |
| GratzKY 355 | Owen County | 38.4772, -84.9605 | Public | |
| Kentucky River BendMundys Landing Road | Woodford County | 37.8473, -84.7663 | Public | |
| TroyMundys Landing Road | Woodford County | 37.8515, -84.7664 | Public |
Calcite in Kentucky FAQ
Where can I find calcite in Kentucky?+
RockHoundR tracks 7 calcite spots in Kentucky, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Livingston County.
Is collecting calcite legal in Kentucky?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like calcite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Kentucky, 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 Kentucky?+
Livingston County has the most calcite spots in our database for Kentucky. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
