Where to Find Crocidolite in the United States
2 mapped crocidolite spots across 2 U.S. states. Crocidolite 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 crocidolite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find crocidolite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for crocidolite
States ranked by number of crocidolite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused crocidolite-in-state list.
Every crocidolite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Fork of Eel RiverMina Road | Mendocino County |
| 39.9355, -123.3589 | Public |
| Duchesne CountyWest Main Street | Duchesne County | 40.1634, -110.4014 | Public |
Crocidolite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find crocidolite in the U.S.?+
California, Utah have the highest concentrations of crocidolite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many crocidolite 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 crocidolite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like crocidolite 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 crocidolite in the field?+
Field identification of crocidolite 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 crocidolite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
