Where to Find Sphalerite in Kentucky
4 mapped sphalerite rockhounding spots in Kentucky, across 3 counties. Sphalerite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 4 sphalerite rockhounding spots in Kentucky
Sphalerite by county in Kentucky
Counties ranked by number of sphalerite spots in our database.
Every sphalerite spot in Kentucky
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crittenden CountyIrma White Road | Crittenden County | 37.3677, -88.1750 | Public | |
| GratzKY 355 | Owen County | 38.4772, -84.9605 | Public | |
| Kentucky River BendMundys Landing Road | Woodford County | 37.8473, -84.7663 | Public | |
| TroyMundys Landing Road | Woodford County | 37.8515, -84.7664 | Public |
Sphalerite in Kentucky FAQ
Where can I find sphalerite in Kentucky?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 sphalerite spots in Kentucky, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Woodford County.
Is collecting sphalerite legal in Kentucky?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like sphalerite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Kentucky, 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 sphalerite location in Kentucky?+
Woodford County has the most sphalerite spots in our database for Kentucky. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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