Where to Find Smithsonite
36 mapped smithsonite spots across 16 regions in 2 countries. Pick a region for its local guide, or browse every spot by country below. Smithsonite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. The map below shows where collectors most often find it on legal public ground.
Top regions for smithsonite
United States
35 spots · 15 regionsCanada
1 spots · 1 regionsMap showing where to find smithsonite, with 36 mapped spots
Every mapped smithsonite spot
Smithsonite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find smithsonite?+
Missouri, Wisconsin, Tennessee have the highest concentrations of smithsonite in this list. Quality and access vary by area, so open the linked region pages for a detailed view.
How many smithsonite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
36 mapped spots across 16 regions in 2 countries. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect smithsonite on public land?+
In the U.S., casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like smithsonite 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. Rules differ by country and region, so always check with the managing agency before a trip.
How do I identify smithsonite in the field?+
Field identification of smithsonite 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 smithsonite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
