Where to Find Dogtooth Calcite in the United States
3 mapped dogtooth calcite spots across 3 U.S. states. Dogtooth Calcite 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 dogtooth calcite across the United States, with 3 mapped spots
Top states for dogtooth calcite
States ranked by number of dogtooth calcite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused dogtooth calcite-in-state list.
Every dogtooth calcite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RosmanNorth Parkhollow Lane | Transylvania County |
| 35.1839, -82.8241 | Public |
| LancasterWest Quarry Road | Lancaster County | 40.1347, -76.0609 | Public | |
| WerleyStar Lane | Grant County |
| 43.0204, -90.7662 | Public |
Dogtooth Calcite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find dogtooth calcite in the U.S.?+
North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin have the highest concentrations of dogtooth calcite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many dogtooth calcite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
3 mapped spots across 3 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect dogtooth calcite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like dogtooth calcite 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 dogtooth calcite in the field?+
Field identification of dogtooth calcite 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 dogtooth calcite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
