Where to Find Soapstone in Maryland
3 mapped soapstone rockhounding spots in Maryland, across 2 counties. Soapstone is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 3 soapstone rockhounding spots in Maryland
Soapstone by county in Maryland
Counties ranked by number of soapstone spots in our database.
Every soapstone spot in Maryland
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funks Pond Recreational AreaFunks Pond Trail | Cecil County |
| 39.6707, -76.1718 | Public |
| Rock SpringsOld Mill Road | Cecil County |
| 39.7201, -76.1763 | Public |
| Reed Mine & Walkens MineWest Jarrettsville Road | Harford County | 39.6119, -76.4572 | Public |
Soapstone in Maryland FAQ
Where can I find soapstone in Maryland?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 soapstone spots in Maryland, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Cecil County.
Is collecting soapstone legal in Maryland?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like soapstone is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Maryland, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best soapstone location in Maryland?+
Cecil County has the most soapstone spots in our database for Maryland. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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