Where to Find Nickel in the United States
2 mapped nickel spots across 2 U.S. states. Nickel 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 nickel across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for nickel
States ranked by number of nickel spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused nickel-in-state list.
Every nickel spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JeanReimann Road | Clark County | 35.8421, -115.4761 | Public | |
| CentervilleM R Kimbro Road | Hickman County |
| 35.7475, -87.4690 | Public |
Nickel rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find nickel in the U.S.?+
Nevada, Tennessee have the highest concentrations of nickel in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many nickel rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
2 mapped spots across 2 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect nickel on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like nickel 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 nickel in the field?+
Field identification of nickel 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 nickel on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
