Where to Find Linnaeite in the United States
1 mapped linnaeite spots across 1 U.S. states. Linnaeite 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 linnaeite across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for linnaeite
States ranked by number of linnaeite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused linnaeite-in-state list.
Every linnaeite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creede MineDivide Spur 1A Road | Carbon County |
| 41.1927, -107.0503 | Public |
Linnaeite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find linnaeite in the U.S.?+
Wyoming have the highest concentrations of linnaeite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many linnaeite 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 linnaeite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like linnaeite 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 linnaeite in the field?+
Field identification of linnaeite 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 linnaeite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
