Where to Find Molybdenite in Maine
3 mapped molybdenite rockhounding spots in Maine, across 3 counties. Molybdenite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. Maine pegmatite country produces some of the best tourmaline, beryl, and aquamarine in the country.
Map of 3 molybdenite rockhounding spots in Maine
Molybdenite by county in Maine
Counties ranked by number of molybdenite spots in our database.
Every molybdenite spot in Maine
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pitts Garnet MineWoodman Hill Road | Androscoggin County |
| 44.1056, -70.3332 | Public |
| Catherine MountainBlackswoods Road | Hancock County | 44.6172, -68.0841 | Public | |
| Scribner Ledge Quarry & Crocker Hill MinesCrocker Hill Trail | Oxford County | 44.2762, -70.4673 | Public |
Molybdenite in Maine FAQ
Where can I find molybdenite in Maine?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 molybdenite spots in Maine, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Androscoggin County.
Is collecting molybdenite legal in Maine?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like molybdenite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Maine, 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 molybdenite location in Maine?+
Androscoggin County has the most molybdenite spots in our database for Maine. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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