Where to Find Lapis Lazuli in the United States
1 mapped lapis lazuli spots across 1 U.S. states. Lapis Lazuli 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 lapis lazuli: properties & identification →Map showing where to find lapis lazuli across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for lapis lazuli
States ranked by number of lapis lazuli spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused lapis lazuli-in-state list.
Every lapis lazuli spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italian Mountain | Gunnison County |
| 38.9442, -106.7624 | Public |
Lapis Lazuli rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find lapis lazuli in the U.S.?+
Colorado have the highest concentrations of lapis lazuli in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many lapis lazuli 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 lapis lazuli on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like lapis lazuli 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 lapis lazuli in the field?+
Field identification of lapis lazuli 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 lapis lazuli on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
