Where to Find Green Amphibole in the United States
1 mapped green amphibole spots across 1 U.S. states. Green Amphibole 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 green amphibole across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for green amphibole
States ranked by number of green amphibole spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused green amphibole-in-state list.
Every green amphibole spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snickers GapMission Road | Jefferson County | 39.1589, -77.8459 | Public |
Green Amphibole rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find green amphibole in the U.S.?+
West Virginia have the highest concentrations of green amphibole in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many green amphibole 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 green amphibole on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like green amphibole 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 green amphibole in the field?+
Field identification of green amphibole 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.
