Where to Find Geode in Kentucky
Kentucky has 11 mapped collecting spots that report geode, spread across 9 counties. The largest share sits in Hardin County County with 2 spots. 11 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 11 geode collecting spots in Kentucky
Best counties for geode in Kentucky
Ranked by the number of mapped geode spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Hardin County2 spots
- Lincoln County2 spots
- Adair County1 spot
- Allen County1 spot
- Barren County1 spot
- Lyon County1 spot
- Madison County1 spot
- Monroe County1 spot
- Rockcastle County1 spot
Every geode spot we track in Kentucky
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adair CountyG Russell Road | Adair County | 37.0776, -85.2661 | Public | |
| ScottsvilleOld Hartsville Road | Allen County | 36.7410, -86.1905 | Public | |
| GlasgowH Johnson Road | Barren County | 37.0334, -85.8436 | Public | |
| ElizabethtownReynolds Road | Hardin County | 37.6350, -85.9517 | Public | |
| Vine GroveRebecca Jane Lane | Hardin County | 37.8132, -85.9843 | Public | |
| Green RiverRube Brown Road | Lincoln County | 37.4298, -84.7421 | Public | |
| Lincoln CountyNorth Fishing Creek Road | Lincoln County | 37.3433, -84.6821 | Public | |
| Kentucky LakeForest Service Road 111-A | Lyon County | 36.9374, -88.1699 | Public | |
| BereaWalker Lane | Madison County | 37.5604, -84.3024 | Public | |
| TomkinsvilleDeckard Street | Monroe County | 36.7056, -85.7062 | Public | |
| Mount VernonHansford Road | Rockcastle County | 37.4449, -84.3227 | Public |
Before you go
Read the geode identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Geode in the encyclopedia.
Geode in Kentucky FAQ
Where can you find geode in Kentucky?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Hardin County County, Lincoln County County, and Adair County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many geode spots are mapped in Kentucky?+
11 spots across 9 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect geode in Kentucky?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 11 of the 11 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt geode in Kentucky with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
