Where to Find Lepidolite in California
4 mapped lepidolite rockhounding spots in California, across 1 county. Lepidolite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. California offers a remarkable spread, from gold-bearing rivers in the Mother Lode to jade beaches on the central coast and the agate-and-jasper hills of the Mojave.
Map of 4 lepidolite rockhounding spots in California
Every lepidolite spot in California
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Himalaya Tourmaline Mine (Mesa Grande)Porter Lane | San Diego County | 33.0700, -116.6000 | Paid / fee | |
| Mine Dumps (San Diego Co.)Highway 76 | San Diego County | 33.2355, -116.7591 | Public | |
| Victor MineTribal Access Lane | San Diego County |
| 33.2642, -116.9392 | Public |
| Ware MinePalomar Divide Road | San Diego County | 33.3329, -116.7675 | Public |
Lepidolite in California FAQ
Where can I find lepidolite in California?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 lepidolite spots in California, spread across 1 county. The strongest concentration is in San Diego County.
Is collecting lepidolite legal in California?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like lepidolite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in California, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best lepidolite location in California?+
San Diego County has the most lepidolite spots in our database for California. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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