Where to Find Pyrite in Iowa
3 mapped pyrite rockhounding spots in Iowa, across 3 counties. Pyrite — fool's gold — is brassy iron sulfide that often forms perfect cubes.
Map of 3 pyrite rockhounding spots in Iowa
Pyrite by county in Iowa
Counties ranked by number of pyrite spots in our database.
Every pyrite spot in Iowa
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerville (pyrite)Dewey Road | Appanoose County | 40.7106, -92.8484 | Public | |
| Clayton CountyGreat River Road | Clayton County | 42.8673, -91.1289 | Public | |
| KeokukValley Road | Lee County |
| 40.3875, -91.4518 | Public |
Pyrite in Iowa FAQ
Where can I find pyrite in Iowa?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 pyrite spots in Iowa, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Appanoose County.
Is collecting pyrite legal in Iowa?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like pyrite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Iowa, 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 Iowa?+
Appanoose County has the most pyrite spots in our database for Iowa. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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