Where to Find Clinochlore in the United States
2 mapped clinochlore spots across 2 U.S. states. Clinochlore 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 clinochlore across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for clinochlore
States ranked by number of clinochlore spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused clinochlore-in-state list.
Every clinochlore spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pitts Garnet MineWoodman Hill Road | Androscoggin County |
| 44.1056, -70.3332 | Public |
| Tilly Foster Iron MineOld Mine Road | Putnam County |
| 41.4130, -73.6421 | Public |
Clinochlore rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find clinochlore in the U.S.?+
Maine, New York have the highest concentrations of clinochlore in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many clinochlore rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
2 mapped spots across 2 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect clinochlore on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like clinochlore 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 clinochlore in the field?+
Field identification of clinochlore 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 clinochlore on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
