Where to Find Galena in Kentucky
5 mapped galena rockhounding spots in Kentucky, across 3 counties. Galena is the heavy, bright-cleaved lead sulfide that defined many historic mining districts.
Map of 5 galena rockhounding spots in Kentucky
Galena by county in Kentucky
Counties ranked by number of galena spots in our database.
Every galena spot in Kentucky
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Four FaultKY 297 | Crittenden County | 37.3497, -88.1926 | Public | |
| Crittenden CountyIrma White Road | Crittenden County | 37.3677, -88.1750 | Public | |
| GratzKY 355 | Owen County | 38.4772, -84.9605 | Public | |
| Kentucky River BendMundys Landing Road | Woodford County | 37.8473, -84.7663 | Public | |
| TroyMundys Landing Road | Woodford County | 37.8515, -84.7664 | Public |
Galena in Kentucky FAQ
Where can I find galena in Kentucky?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 galena spots in Kentucky, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Crittenden County.
Is collecting galena legal in Kentucky?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like galena is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Kentucky, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best galena location in Kentucky?+
Crittenden County has the most galena spots in our database for Kentucky. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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