Where to Find Gypsum
58 mapped gypsum spots across 17 regions in 2 countries. Pick a region for its local guide, or browse every spot by country below. Gypsum is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. The map below shows where collectors most often find it on legal public ground.
Top regions for gypsum
United States
56 spots · 16 regionsCanada
2 spots · 1 regionsMap showing where to find gypsum, with 58 mapped spots
Every mapped gypsum spot
Gypsum rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find gypsum?+
Utah, Wyoming, Missouri have the highest concentrations of gypsum in this list. Quality and access vary by area, so open the linked region pages for a detailed view.
How many gypsum rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
58 mapped spots across 17 regions in 2 countries. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect gypsum on public land?+
In the U.S., casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like gypsum 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. Rules differ by country and region, so always check with the managing agency before a trip.
How do I identify gypsum in the field?+
Field identification of gypsum 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 gypsum on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
