Where to Find Coquina in the United States
2 mapped coquina spots across 1 U.S. states. Coquina 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 coquina: properties & identification →Map showing where to find coquina across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for coquina
States ranked by number of coquina spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused coquina-in-state list.
Every coquina spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blowing Rocks PreserveSouth Beach Road | Martin County |
| 26.9839, -80.0874 | Public |
| St. Johns County AreaAnastasia Park Road | Saint Johns County |
| 29.8696, -81.2685 | Public |
Coquina rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find coquina in the U.S.?+
Florida have the highest concentrations of coquina in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many coquina rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
2 mapped spots across 1 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect coquina on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like coquina 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 coquina in the field?+
Field identification of coquina 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.
