Where to Find Torbernite in the United States
2 mapped torbernite spots across 1 U.S. states. Torbernite 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 torbernite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find torbernite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for torbernite
States ranked by number of torbernite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused torbernite-in-state list.
Every torbernite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antelope Range | Piute County |
| 38.5012, -112.1984 | Public |
| Twelve Mile CanyonEast Canyon Road | Sanpete County |
| 39.1008, -111.6468 | Public |
Torbernite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find torbernite in the U.S.?+
Utah have the highest concentrations of torbernite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many torbernite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
2 mapped spots across 1 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect torbernite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like torbernite 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 torbernite in the field?+
Field identification of torbernite 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 torbernite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
