Where to Find Zincite in the United States
2 mapped zincite spots across 1 U.S. states. Zincite 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 zincite across the United States, with 2 mapped spots
Top states for zincite
States ranked by number of zincite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused zincite-in-state list.
Every zincite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin FurnaceBuckwheat Road | Sussex County | 41.1163, -74.5873 | Public | |
| Franklin-Ogdensburg-Sterling Hill mining districtPlant Street | Sussex County | 41.0835, -74.6053 | Public |
Zincite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find zincite in the U.S.?+
New Jersey have the highest concentrations of zincite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many zincite 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 zincite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like zincite 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 zincite in the field?+
Field identification of zincite 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 zincite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
