Where to Find Tripoli in the United States
2 mapped tripoli spots across 2 U.S. states. Tripoli 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 tripoli across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for tripoli
States ranked by number of tripoli spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused tripoli-in-state list.
Every tripoli spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| StillwaterDellwood Road | Washington County |
| 45.0759, -92.8107 | Public |
| Racine & Seneca | Ottawa County |
| 36.9035, -94.6550 | Public |
Tripoli rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find tripoli in the U.S.?+
Minnesota, Oklahoma have the highest concentrations of tripoli in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many tripoli 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 tripoli on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like tripoli 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 tripoli in the field?+
Field identification of tripoli 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 tripoli on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
