Where to Find Erythrite in the United States
1 mapped erythrite spots across 1 U.S. states. Erythrite 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 erythrite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find erythrite across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for erythrite
States ranked by number of erythrite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused erythrite-in-state list.
Every erythrite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creede MineDivide Spur 1A Road | Carbon County |
| 41.1927, -107.0503 | Public |
Erythrite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find erythrite in the U.S.?+
Wyoming have the highest concentrations of erythrite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many erythrite 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 erythrite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like erythrite 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 erythrite in the field?+
Field identification of erythrite 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 erythrite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
