Where to Find Cordierite in the United States
2 mapped cordierite spots across 2 U.S. states. Cordierite 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 cordierite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find cordierite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for cordierite
States ranked by number of cordierite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused cordierite-in-state list.
Every cordierite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UnionBigelow Hollow Road | Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region | 41.9919, -72.1332 | Public | |
| Santaquin & Silver Lake mining districtsYankee Mine Road | Utah County |
| 40.5431, -111.6320 | Public |
Cordierite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find cordierite in the U.S.?+
Connecticut, Utah have the highest concentrations of cordierite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many cordierite 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 cordierite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like cordierite 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 cordierite in the field?+
Field identification of cordierite 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 cordierite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
