Where to Find Septarian Nodules in the United States
6 mapped septarian nodules spots across 4 U.S. states. Septarian Nodules 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 septarian nodules: properties & identification →Map showing where to find septarian nodules across the United States, with 6 mapped spots
Top states for septarian nodules
States ranked by number of septarian nodules spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused septarian nodules-in-state list.
Every septarian nodules spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Along North Creek TrailNorth Peak Trail #24 | Gila County | 34.1775, -111.4476 | Public | |
| FreemountSioux Road | McPherson County |
| 38.5367, -97.7755 | Public |
| Osborne | Osborne County |
| 39.4055, -98.7151 | Public |
| Chariton River | Adair County | 40.0673, -92.6904 | Public | |
| Sugar CreekSouthwest 116 Highway | Buchanan County |
| 39.5525, -94.9978 | Public |
| OrdervilleUpper Sand Wash | Kane County |
| 37.2392, -112.6508 | Public |
Septarian Nodules rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find septarian nodules in the U.S.?+
Kansas, Missouri, Arizona have the highest concentrations of septarian nodules in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many septarian nodules rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
6 mapped spots across 4 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect septarian nodules on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like septarian nodules 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 septarian nodules in the field?+
Field identification of septarian nodules 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 septarian nodules on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
