Where to Find Cerussite
60 mapped cerussite spots across 16 regions. Pick a region for its local guide, or browse every spot by country below. Cerussite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. The map below shows where collectors most often find it on legal public ground.
Top regions for cerussite
Map showing where to find cerussite, with 60 mapped spots
Every mapped cerussite spot
Cerussite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find cerussite?+
Utah, Missouri, New Mexico have the highest concentrations of cerussite in this list. Quality and access vary by area, so open the linked region pages for a detailed view.
How many cerussite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
60 mapped spots across 16 regions. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect cerussite on public land?+
In the U.S., casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like cerussite 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. Rules differ by country and region, so always check with the managing agency before a trip.
How do I identify cerussite in the field?+
Field identification of cerussite 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 cerussite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
