Where to Find Lintonite in the United States
2 mapped lintonite spots across 1 U.S. states. Lintonite 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 lintonite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for lintonite
States ranked by number of lintonite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused lintonite-in-state list.
Every lintonite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand MaraisHarbor View Trail | Cook County |
| 47.7446, -90.3531 | Public |
| Thomsonite BeachMN 61 | Cook County |
| 47.7278, -90.4584 | Public |
Lintonite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find lintonite in the U.S.?+
Minnesota have the highest concentrations of lintonite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many lintonite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
2 mapped spots across 1 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect lintonite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like lintonite 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 lintonite in the field?+
Field identification of lintonite 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 lintonite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
