Where to Find Kaolinite in the United States
1 mapped kaolinite spots across 1 U.S. states. Kaolinite 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 kaolinite across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for kaolinite
States ranked by number of kaolinite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused kaolinite-in-state list.
Every kaolinite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FriscoEly Highway | Beaver County |
| 38.4497, -113.2764 | Public |
Kaolinite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find kaolinite in the U.S.?+
Utah have the highest concentrations of kaolinite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many kaolinite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
1 mapped spots across 1 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect kaolinite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like kaolinite 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 kaolinite in the field?+
Field identification of kaolinite 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 kaolinite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
