Where to Find Chiastolite in the United States
1 mapped chiastolite spots across 1 U.S. states. Chiastolite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. The map below shows where collectors most often find it on legal public ground.
Learn about chiastolite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find chiastolite across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for chiastolite
States ranked by number of chiastolite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused chiastolite-in-state list.
Every chiastolite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WestfieldNorth Main Street | Middlesex County |
| 42.5982, -71.4698 | Public |
Chiastolite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find chiastolite in the U.S.?+
Massachusetts have the highest concentrations of chiastolite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many chiastolite 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 chiastolite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like chiastolite 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 chiastolite in the field?+
Field identification of chiastolite 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 chiastolite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
