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Where to Find Pyrite in Illinois

Illinois has 7 mapped collecting spots that report pyrite, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Hancock County with 3 spots. 7 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.

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Every pyrite spot we track in Illinois

Standout pyrite spots in Illinois

Hand-picked from the full list above, with the reason each one earns a trip.

Best counties for pyrite in Illinois

Ranked by the number of mapped pyrite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.

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 Illinois FAQ

Where can you find pyrite in Illinois?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Hancock County, Grundy County, and Hardin County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many pyrite spots are mapped in Illinois?+
7 spots across 5 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 Illinois?+
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. 7 of the 7 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 Illinois 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.

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