Where to Find Pyrite in Ohio
9 mapped pyrite rockhounding spots in Ohio, across 8 counties. Pyrite — fool's gold — is brassy iron sulfide that often forms perfect cubes.
Map of 9 pyrite rockhounding spots in Ohio
Pyrite by county in Ohio
Counties ranked by number of pyrite spots in our database.
Every pyrite spot in Ohio
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware CountySouth Section Line Road | Delaware County | 40.2914, -83.1305 | Public | |
| SanduskyEast Strub Road | Erie County | 41.4170, -82.6803 | Public | |
| ColumbusJackson Pike | Franklin County | 39.9023, -83.0163 | Public | |
| Clay Center limestone quarryNorth Bolander Road | Ottawa County | 41.5744, -83.3635 | Public | |
| GenoaMain Street | Ottawa County | 41.5080, -83.3544 | Public | |
| ChillicotheState Route 28 | Ross County | 39.3511, -83.0967 | Public | |
| Maple Grove QuarryCr42 | Seneca County | 41.2256, -83.2137 | Public | |
| Tuscarawas CountyOverlook | Tuscarawas County | 40.5502, -81.4059 | Public | |
| Bowling GreenSouth Dixie Highway | Wood County | 41.3160, -83.6482 | Public |
Pyrite in Ohio FAQ
Where can I find pyrite in Ohio?+
RockHoundR tracks 9 pyrite spots in Ohio, spread across 8 counties. The strongest concentration is in Ottawa County.
Is collecting pyrite legal in Ohio?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like pyrite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Ohio, 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 Ohio?+
Ottawa County has the most pyrite spots in our database for Ohio. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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