Where to Find Witherite in the United States
2 mapped witherite spots across 2 U.S. states. Witherite 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 witherite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find witherite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for witherite
States ranked by number of witherite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused witherite-in-state list.
Every witherite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cave-In RockHastie Mine Road | Hardin County | 37.5032, -88.2052 | Public | |
| SanduskyEast Strub Road | Erie County | 41.4170, -82.6803 | Public |
Witherite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find witherite in the U.S.?+
Illinois, Ohio have the highest concentrations of witherite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many witherite 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 witherite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like witherite 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 witherite in the field?+
Field identification of witherite 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 witherite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
