Where to Find Phenakite in the United States
2 mapped phenakite spots across 2 U.S. states. Phenakite 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 phenakite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for phenakite
States ranked by number of phenakite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused phenakite-in-state list.
Every phenakite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Hill MineralLord Hill | Oxford County | 44.2241, -70.9536 | Public | |
| TigertonSell Lane | Shawano County | 44.7330, -89.0736 | Public |
Phenakite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find phenakite in the U.S.?+
Maine, Wisconsin have the highest concentrations of phenakite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many phenakite 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 phenakite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like phenakite 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 phenakite in the field?+
Field identification of phenakite 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 phenakite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
