Where to Find Mariposite in the United States
1 mapped mariposite spots across 1 U.S. states. Mariposite 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 mariposite across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for mariposite
States ranked by number of mariposite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused mariposite-in-state list.
Every mariposite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unnamed Location (Mariposite)CA 132 | Mariposa County |
| 37.7132, -120.2122 | Public |
Mariposite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find mariposite in the U.S.?+
California have the highest concentrations of mariposite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many mariposite 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 mariposite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like mariposite 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 mariposite in the field?+
Field identification of mariposite 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 mariposite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
