Where to Find Smithsonite in the United States
35 mapped smithsonite spots across 12 U.S. states. 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.
Map showing where to find smithsonite across the United States, with 35 mapped spots
Top states for smithsonite
States ranked by number of smithsonite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused smithsonite-in-state list.
Every smithsonite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
Smithsonite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find smithsonite in the U.S.?+
Missouri, Wisconsin, Tennessee have the highest concentrations of smithsonite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many smithsonite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
35 mapped spots across 12 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect smithsonite on public land?+
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. 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.
