Where to Find Pyrite in Maine
7 mapped pyrite rockhounding spots in Maine, across 5 counties. Pyrite — fool's gold — is brassy iron sulfide that often forms perfect cubes. Maine pegmatite country produces some of the best tourmaline, beryl, and aquamarine in the country.
Map of 7 pyrite rockhounding spots in Maine
Pyrite by county in Maine
Counties ranked by number of pyrite spots in our database.
Every pyrite spot in Maine
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Apatite QuarriesStevens Mill Road | Androscoggin County |
| 44.0871, -70.2904 | Public |
| Catherine MountainBlackswoods Road | Hancock County | 44.6172, -68.0841 | Public | |
| Deer Hill MineralEvergreen Valley Road | Oxford County | 44.2313, -70.9801 | Public | |
| Deer Hill MineralEvergreen Valley Road | Oxford County | 44.2313, -70.9799 | Public | |
| Scribner Ledge Quarry & Crocker Hill MinesCrocker Hill Trail | Oxford County | 44.2762, -70.4673 | Public | |
| Lubec Lead MineLead Mine Road | Washington County | 44.8402, -67.0533 | Public | |
| Acton Lead MinesOrchard Road | York County | 43.4832, -70.9104 | Public |
Pyrite in Maine FAQ
Where can I find pyrite in Maine?+
RockHoundR tracks 7 pyrite spots in Maine, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Oxford County.
Is collecting pyrite legal in Maine?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like pyrite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Maine, 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 Maine?+
Oxford County has the most pyrite spots in our database for Maine. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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