Where to Find Pyrite in Arizona
Arizona has 5 mapped collecting spots that report pyrite, spread across 3 counties. The largest share sits in Yavapai County County with 3 spots. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Map of 5 pyrite collecting spots in Arizona
Best counties for pyrite in Arizona
Ranked by the number of mapped pyrite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
Every pyrite spot we track in Arizona
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Gem & Vanderbilt MinesCerbat Road | Mohave County |
| 35.3049, -114.1360 | Public |
| Sierrita Mountain Mine Dumps | Pima County | 31.8777, -111.1950 | Public | |
| Area of old Stanton mining campStanton Road | Yavapai County | 34.1569, -112.7362 | Public | |
| Congress MineGhost Town Road | Yavapai County | 34.1992, -112.8535 | Public | |
| On top of steep hillStanton Road | Yavapai County | 34.1537, -112.7637 | Public |
Before you go
Read the pyrite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Pyrite in the encyclopedia.
Pyrite in Arizona FAQ
Where can you find pyrite in Arizona?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Yavapai County County, Mohave County County, and Pima County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many pyrite spots are mapped in Arizona?+
5 spots across 3 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect pyrite in Arizona?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 5 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt pyrite in Arizona with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
