Where to Find Pyrophyllite in the United States
3 mapped pyrophyllite spots across 2 U.S. states. Pyrophyllite 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 pyrophyllite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find pyrophyllite across the United States, with 3 mapped spots
Top states for pyrophyllite
States ranked by number of pyrophyllite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused pyrophyllite-in-state list.
Every pyrophyllite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graves Mountain mineWashington Highway | Lincoln County |
| 33.7412, -82.5275 | Paid / fee |
| Linville MountainOld NC 105 | Burke County |
| 35.8822, -81.9067 | Public |
| Hager's Mountain | Person County |
| 36.4626, -78.9721 | Public |
Pyrophyllite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find pyrophyllite in the U.S.?+
North Carolina, Georgia have the highest concentrations of pyrophyllite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many pyrophyllite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
3 mapped spots across 2 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect pyrophyllite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like pyrophyllite 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 pyrophyllite in the field?+
Field identification of pyrophyllite 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 pyrophyllite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
