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Where to Find Chalcopyrite

117 mapped chalcopyrite spots across 29 regions. Pick a region for its local guide, or browse every spot by country below. Chalcopyrite 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 chalcopyrite

Map showing where to find chalcopyrite, with 117 mapped spots

Every mapped chalcopyrite spot

Chalcopyrite rockhounding FAQ

Where is the best place to find chalcopyrite?+
Utah, Missouri, New Mexico have the highest concentrations of chalcopyrite in this list. Quality and access vary by area, so open the linked region pages for a detailed view.
How many chalcopyrite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
117 mapped spots across 29 regions. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect chalcopyrite on public land?+
In the U.S., casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like chalcopyrite 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 chalcopyrite in the field?+
Field identification of chalcopyrite 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 chalcopyrite on the map

Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.

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