Where to Find Ilmenite in the United States
10 mapped ilmenite spots across 7 U.S. states. Ilmenite 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 ilmenite across the United States, with 10 mapped spots
Top states for ilmenite
States ranked by number of ilmenite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused ilmenite-in-state list.
Every ilmenite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawtey Highland MineNorth 6th Avenue | Bradford County | 30.0530, -82.0513 | Public | |
| Skinner Mine | Duval County | 30.3384, -81.5534 | Public | |
| Ison CreekKY 409 | Elliott County | 38.1357, -82.9787 | Public | |
| Lyon Mountain | Clinton County | 44.7227, -73.8541 | Public | |
| Clearwater & Herse ValleyWeeping Willow Lane | Aiken County | 33.5384, -81.8239 | Public | |
| Henry Mountains | Garfield County | 38.0173, -110.8409 | Public | |
| Kaiparowits Plateau | Kane County | 37.4470, -111.7153 | Public | |
| Devil's DenSeasonal Forestry Road | Rutland County | 43.3569, -72.8928 | Public | |
| PerkinsvilleMaple Street | Windsor County | 43.3387, -72.5068 | Public | |
| RoselandRoseland Road | Nelson County | 37.7450, -78.9759 | Public |
Ilmenite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find ilmenite in the U.S.?+
Florida, Utah, Vermont have the highest concentrations of ilmenite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many ilmenite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
10 mapped spots across 7 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect ilmenite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like ilmenite 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 ilmenite in the field?+
Field identification of ilmenite 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 ilmenite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
