Where to Find Pyrolusite in the United States
31 mapped pyrolusite spots across 8 U.S. states. Pyrolusite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. The map below shows where collectors most often find it on legal public ground.
Map showing where to find pyrolusite across the United States, with 31 mapped spots
Top states for pyrolusite
States ranked by number of pyrolusite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused pyrolusite-in-state list.
Every pyrolusite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
Pyrolusite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find pyrolusite in the U.S.?+
Utah, California, Idaho have the highest concentrations of pyrolusite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many pyrolusite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
31 mapped spots across 8 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect pyrolusite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like pyrolusite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always check with the managing agency before a trip.
How do I identify pyrolusite in the field?+
Field identification of pyrolusite comes down to color, hardness, fracture, and luster. The RockHoundR app links to geology details for each spot to help narrow down what you might be picking up.
Hunt pyrolusite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
