Where to Find Strontianite in the United States
3 mapped strontianite spots across 2 U.S. states. Strontianite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. The map below shows where collectors most often find it on legal public ground.
Learn about strontianite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find strontianite across the United States, with 3 mapped spots
Top states for strontianite
States ranked by number of strontianite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused strontianite-in-state list.
Every strontianite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minerva Mine AreaMinerva Mine Road | Hardin County |
| 37.5431, -88.1563 | Public |
| Buddha | Lawrence County | 38.7717, -86.3777 | Public | |
| GeorgiaState Road 60 | Lawrence County | 38.7095, -86.5756 | Public |
Strontianite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find strontianite in the U.S.?+
Indiana, Illinois have the highest concentrations of strontianite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many strontianite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
3 mapped spots across 2 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect strontianite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like strontianite 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 strontianite in the field?+
Field identification of strontianite 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 strontianite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
