Where to Find Hiddenite in the United States
2 mapped hiddenite spots across 1 U.S. states. Hiddenite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. The map below shows where collectors most often find it on legal public ground.
Learn about hiddenite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find hiddenite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for hiddenite
States ranked by number of hiddenite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused hiddenite-in-state list.
Every hiddenite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiddenite (area 2)Duncan Lane | Alexander County | 35.9136, -81.0740 | Public | |
| Emerald Hollow MineClarence Street | Catawba County |
| 35.6720, -81.1089 | Paid / fee |
Hiddenite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find hiddenite in the U.S.?+
North Carolina have the highest concentrations of hiddenite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many hiddenite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
2 mapped spots across 1 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect hiddenite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like hiddenite 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 hiddenite in the field?+
Field identification of hiddenite 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 hiddenite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
