Where to Find Geodes in Kentucky
11 mapped geodes rockhounding spots in Kentucky, across 9 counties. Geodes are hollow nodules lined with crystals, most often quartz, calcite, or chalcedony.
Map of 11 geodes rockhounding spots in Kentucky
Geodes by county in Kentucky
Counties ranked by number of geodes spots in our database.
Every geodes spot in Kentucky
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| 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 |
Geodes in Kentucky FAQ
Where can I find geodes in Kentucky?+
RockHoundR tracks 11 geodes spots in Kentucky, spread across 9 counties. The strongest concentration is in Hardin County.
Is collecting geodes legal in Kentucky?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like geodes 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 geodes location in Kentucky?+
Hardin County has the most geodes spots in our database for Kentucky. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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