Where to Find Rubellite in the United States
1 mapped rubellite spots across 1 U.S. states. Rubellite 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 rubellite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find rubellite across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for rubellite
States ranked by number of rubellite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused rubellite-in-state list.
Every rubellite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PocomokeSuitts Store Road | Granville County |
| 36.1108, -78.5416 | Public |
Rubellite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find rubellite in the U.S.?+
North Carolina have the highest concentrations of rubellite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many rubellite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
1 mapped spots across 1 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect rubellite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like rubellite 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 rubellite in the field?+
Field identification of rubellite 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 rubellite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
