Where to Find Muscovite in Maine
Maine has 5 mapped collecting spots that report muscovite, spread across 3 counties. The largest share sits in Oxford County County with 3 spots. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Map of 5 muscovite collecting spots in Maine
Best counties for muscovite in Maine
Ranked by the number of mapped muscovite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Oxford County3 spots
- Androscoggin County1 spot
- Lincoln County1 spot
Every muscovite spot we track in Maine
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pitts Garnet MineWoodman Hill Road | Androscoggin County |
| 44.1056, -70.3332 | Public |
| Edgecomb QuarryRiver Link | Lincoln County | 43.9632, -69.6178 | Public | |
| Deer Hill MineralEvergreen Valley Road | Oxford County | 44.2313, -70.9801 | Public | |
| Deer Hill MineralEvergreen Valley Road | Oxford County | 44.2313, -70.9799 | Public | |
| Singepole Mountain QuarrySingepole Trail | Oxford County |
| 44.2267, -70.4536 | Public |
Before you go
Read the muscovite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Muscovite in the encyclopedia.
Muscovite in Maine FAQ
Where can you find muscovite in Maine?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Oxford County County, Androscoggin County County, and Lincoln County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many muscovite spots are mapped in Maine?+
5 spots across 3 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect muscovite in Maine?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 5 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt muscovite in Maine with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
