Where to Find Chalcolite in the United States
1 mapped chalcolite spots across 1 U.S. states. Chalcolite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. The map below shows where collectors most often find it on legal public ground.
Map showing where to find chalcolite across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for chalcolite
States ranked by number of chalcolite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused chalcolite-in-state list.
Every chalcolite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Springs Mt.Cedar Spring Communication Site | Douglas County |
| 42.7619, -123.1223 | Public |
Chalcolite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find chalcolite in the U.S.?+
Oregon have the highest concentrations of chalcolite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many chalcolite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
1 mapped spots across 1 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect chalcolite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like chalcolite 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 chalcolite in the field?+
Field identification of chalcolite 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 chalcolite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
