Where to Find Greenockite in the United States
2 mapped greenockite spots across 2 U.S. states. Greenockite 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 greenockite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for greenockite
States ranked by number of greenockite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused greenockite-in-state list.
Every greenockite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abandoned Mines (Yellville area)Frog Hollow Lane | Marion County |
| 36.1302, -92.5529 | Public |
| Alice Mine near ElijahCounty Road 7280 | Howell County |
| 36.5932, -92.1222 | Public |
Greenockite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find greenockite in the U.S.?+
Arkansas, Missouri have the highest concentrations of greenockite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many greenockite 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 greenockite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like greenockite 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 greenockite in the field?+
Field identification of greenockite 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 greenockite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
