Where to Find Green Sapphire in the United States
2 mapped green sapphire spots across 2 U.S. states. Green Sapphire 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 sapphire across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for green sapphire
States ranked by number of green sapphire spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused green sapphire-in-state list.
Every green sapphire spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magpie GulchMagpie Gulch Road | Lewis and Clark County |
| 46.6629, -111.6610 | Public |
| Corundum HillMount Laurel Road | Macon County | 35.1500, -83.2883 | Public |
Green Sapphire rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find green sapphire in the U.S.?+
Montana, North Carolina have the highest concentrations of green sapphire in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many green sapphire rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
2 mapped spots across 2 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect green sapphire on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like green sapphire 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 sapphire in the field?+
Field identification of green sapphire 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 green sapphire on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
