Where to Find Shortite in the United States
1 mapped shortite spots across 1 U.S. states. Shortite 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 shortite across the United States, with 1 mapped spots
Top states for shortite
States ranked by number of shortite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused shortite-in-state list.
Every shortite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duchesne CountyWest Main Street | Duchesne County | 40.1634, -110.4014 | Public |
Shortite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find shortite in the U.S.?+
Utah have the highest concentrations of shortite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many shortite 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 shortite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like shortite 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 shortite in the field?+
Field identification of shortite 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 shortite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
