Where to Find Cryptomelane in the United States
1 mapped cryptomelane spots across 1 U.S. states. Cryptomelane 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 cryptomelane across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for cryptomelane
States ranked by number of cryptomelane spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused cryptomelane-in-state list.
Every cryptomelane spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White RocksKuhn Road | Cumberland County |
| 40.1327, -77.0887 | Public |
Cryptomelane rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find cryptomelane in the U.S.?+
Pennsylvania have the highest concentrations of cryptomelane in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many cryptomelane 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 cryptomelane on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like cryptomelane 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 cryptomelane in the field?+
Field identification of cryptomelane 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 cryptomelane on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
