Where to Find Pyrite in Indiana
6 mapped pyrite rockhounding spots in Indiana, across 6 counties. Pyrite — fool's gold — is brassy iron sulfide that often forms perfect cubes.
Map of 6 pyrite rockhounding spots in Indiana
Pyrite by county in Indiana
Counties ranked by number of pyrite spots in our database.
Every pyrite spot in Indiana
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LogansportUS 24 | Cass County | 40.7397, -86.2925 | Public | |
| HuntingtonCounty Road 400 North | Huntington County |
| 40.8916, -85.4650 | Public |
| BicknellGrundman Road | Knox County | 38.7293, -87.4136 | Public | |
| Parke CountyMarshall Road | Parke County | 39.7728, -87.2137 | Public | |
| Big Pine CreekWest Briscoe Road | Warren County |
| 40.4100, -87.3433 | Public |
| BlufftonEast 200 North | Wells County | 40.7694, -85.1845 | Public |
Pyrite in Indiana FAQ
Where can I find pyrite in Indiana?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 pyrite spots in Indiana, spread across 6 counties. The strongest concentration is in Cass County.
Is collecting pyrite legal in Indiana?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like pyrite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Indiana, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best pyrite location in Indiana?+
Cass County has the most pyrite spots in our database for Indiana. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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