Where to Find Tenorite in the United States
2 mapped tenorite spots across 2 U.S. states. Tenorite 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 tenorite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for tenorite
States ranked by number of tenorite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused tenorite-in-state list.
Every tenorite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Isle MineCounty Highway 125 | Mohave County |
| 35.3636, -114.1917 | Public |
| East Tintic Mountains | Utah County | 39.9030, -112.0430 | Public |
Tenorite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find tenorite in the U.S.?+
Arizona, Utah have the highest concentrations of tenorite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many tenorite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
2 mapped spots across 2 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect tenorite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like tenorite 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 tenorite in the field?+
Field identification of tenorite 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 tenorite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
