Where to Find Fossil Leaf Prints in the United States
1 mapped fossil leaf prints spots across 1 U.S. states. Fossil Leaf Prints 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 fossil leaf prints across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for fossil leaf prints
States ranked by number of fossil leaf prints spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused fossil leaf prints-in-state list.
Every fossil leaf prints spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S side of US 287US 287 | Ellis County |
| 32.4434, -96.9226 | Public |
Fossil Leaf Prints rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find fossil leaf prints in the U.S.?+
Texas have the highest concentrations of fossil leaf prints in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many fossil leaf prints 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 fossil leaf prints on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like fossil leaf prints 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 fossil leaf prints in the field?+
Field identification of fossil leaf prints 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 fossil leaf prints on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
