Where to Find Pyrope in the United States
2 mapped pyrope spots across 2 U.S. states. Pyrope is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. The map below shows where collectors most often find it on legal public ground.
Learn about pyrope: properties & identification →Map showing where to find pyrope across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for pyrope
States ranked by number of pyrope spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused pyrope-in-state list.
Every pyrope spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Mines Creek (East)Watts Mill Road | Clay County |
| 33.3547, -85.8820 | Check locally |
| Chinle WashCanyon Drive | San Juan County |
| 37.0116, -109.7052 | Public |
Pyrope rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find pyrope in the U.S.?+
Alabama, Utah have the highest concentrations of pyrope in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many pyrope rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
2 mapped spots across 2 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect pyrope on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like pyrope 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 pyrope in the field?+
Field identification of pyrope 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 pyrope on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
