Where to Find Pyrite Cubes in the United States
5 mapped pyrite cubes spots across 5 U.S. states. Pyrite Cubes 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 pyrite cubes across the United States, with 5 mapped spots
Top states for pyrite cubes
States ranked by number of pyrite cubes spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused pyrite cubes-in-state list.
Every pyrite cubes spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Hill MineOld Mine Road | Greater Bridgeport Planning Region | 41.2889, -73.2264 | Public | |
| CollettsvilleNC 90 | Caldwell County |
| 35.9533, -81.6774 | Public |
| Schuylkill CountyShermans Mountain Road | Schuylkill County |
| 40.6640, -76.3824 | Public |
| General AreaOld Decatur Road | Wise County |
| 33.3474, -97.6674 | Public |
| Berkeley SpringsHancock Road | Morgan County | 39.6490, -78.2176 | Public |
Pyrite Cubes rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find pyrite cubes in the U.S.?+
Connecticut, North Carolina, Pennsylvania have the highest concentrations of pyrite cubes in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many pyrite cubes rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
5 mapped spots across 5 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect pyrite cubes on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like pyrite cubes 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 pyrite cubes in the field?+
Field identification of pyrite cubes 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 pyrite cubes on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
