Where to Find Ottrelite in the United States
1 mapped ottrelite spots across 1 U.S. states. Ottrelite 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 ottrelite across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for ottrelite
States ranked by number of ottrelite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused ottrelite-in-state list.
Every ottrelite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Snowbird MountainsFS 304 | Cherokee County |
| 35.2367, -83.8703 | Public |
Ottrelite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find ottrelite in the U.S.?+
North Carolina have the highest concentrations of ottrelite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many ottrelite 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 ottrelite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like ottrelite 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 ottrelite in the field?+
Field identification of ottrelite 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 ottrelite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
