Where to Find Peridot in the United States
2 mapped peridot spots across 2 U.S. states. Peridot is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. The map below shows where collectors most often find it on legal public ground.
Learn about peridot: properties & identification →Map showing where to find peridot across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for peridot
States ranked by number of peridot spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused peridot-in-state list.
Every peridot spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilbourne Hole | Doña Ana County |
| 31.9734, -106.9660 | Public |
| Elijah Mountain Gem MineBrevard Road | Henderson County | 35.3244, -82.5034 | Public |
Peridot rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find peridot in the U.S.?+
New Mexico, North Carolina have the highest concentrations of peridot in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many peridot 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 peridot on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like peridot 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 peridot in the field?+
Field identification of peridot 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 peridot on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
