Where to Find Manganite in the United States
2 mapped manganite spots across 1 U.S. states. Manganite 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 manganite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find manganite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for manganite
States ranked by number of manganite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused manganite-in-state list.
Every manganite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The NeedlesThe Needle Road | Grand County |
| 38.6854, -109.9165 | Public |
| Coalville | Summit County |
| 40.9189, -111.4217 | Public |
Manganite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find manganite in the U.S.?+
Utah have the highest concentrations of manganite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many manganite 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 manganite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like manganite 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 manganite in the field?+
Field identification of manganite 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 manganite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
