Where to Find Emery in the United States
2 mapped emery spots across 2 U.S. states. Emery 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 emery across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for emery
States ranked by number of emery spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused emery-in-state list.
Every emery spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ChesterHampden Street | Hampden County |
| 42.2790, -72.9884 | Public |
| SalesvilleGateway South Road | Gallatin County |
| 45.5881, -111.2086 | Public |
Emery rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find emery in the U.S.?+
Massachusetts, Montana have the highest concentrations of emery in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many emery 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 emery on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like emery 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 emery in the field?+
Field identification of emery 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 emery on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
