Where to Find Scorodite in the United States
3 mapped scorodite spots across 3 U.S. states. Scorodite 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 scorodite across the United States, with 3 mapped spots
Top states for scorodite
States ranked by number of scorodite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused scorodite-in-state list.
Every scorodite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mines (Orange County)Little York Road | Orange County |
| 41.2989, -74.4227 | Public |
| MercurMercur Canyon Road | Tooele County |
| 40.3223, -112.2127 | Public |
| Monte CristoMonte Cristo Trail | Snohomish County |
| 47.9859, -121.3939 | Public |
Scorodite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find scorodite in the U.S.?+
New York, Utah, Washington have the highest concentrations of scorodite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many scorodite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
3 mapped spots across 3 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect scorodite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like scorodite 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 scorodite in the field?+
Field identification of scorodite 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 scorodite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
