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Kingman Feldspar Mine: Allanite & Microcline Rockhounding in Mohave County, Arizona

Updated June 2026

Kingman Feldspar Mine represents northwestern Arizona pegmatite collecting, with documented feldspar-quartz workings and rare-earth allanite from the Kingman area. It rounds out the top 10 because the mineral suite, microcline, quartz, and allanite, is geologically different from Arizona's better-known fire agate, turquoise, and placer-gold localities. Reported finds include allanite, microcline, quartz. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

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Allanite (Nd) Allanite (Ce) 477758 at Kingman Feldspar Mine, Mohave County, Arizona

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Mohave County
State: Arizona
Coordinates: 35.26961, -114.06112

Geology at Kingman Feldspar Mine

This spot sits on granitic rocks, mapped as granite, granodiorite, and tonalite that formed roughly 1800 to 1600 million years ago. Granitic ground like this typically carries quartz veins and pockets, and weathered crystals tend to collect in the soils and drainages below.

Mapped unit: granitic rocks
Age: 1800–1600 Ma (Paleoproterozoic)
Rock types: granite, granodiorite, and tonalite
Elevation: 3,890 ft

Geologic mapping via Macrostrat and the underlying state geological survey maps (CC BY 4.0). Bedrock at the surface can vary within a mapped unit.

Best time to visit Kingman Feldspar Mine

Best months: September to May. Typical highs run 97°F in midsummer and 56°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 29°F. Summer heat here is intense, so carry more water than you think you need and work the early morning.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, KINGMAN AP station (7 mi away), adjusted for elevation.

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Sources & verification

Spot details combine the public RockHoundR location dataset, normalized mineral labels, agency land-status checks in the app, and community submissions. Coordinates are approximate until verified in the field.

State guidance last verified: April 1, 2026

BLM Arizona — Recreational Mineral Collecting
Arizona Geological Survey
Arizona State Land Department recreation permits
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at Kingman Feldspar Mine

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Across the state line from Kingman Feldspar Mine

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Kingman Feldspar Mine FAQ

Where is Kingman Feldspar Mine?+

Kingman Feldspar Mine is in Mohave County, Arizona, at 35.26961, -114.06112.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Kingman Feldspar Mine?+

Kingman Feldspar Mine is reported to produce Allanite, Microcline, Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Kingman Feldspar Mine?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

What tools should I bring to Kingman Feldspar Mine?+

A rock hammer, a small pry bar, gloves, and safety glasses cover most crystal ground. A screen helps in loose pocket soil, and newspaper protects points on the way out.

When is the best time to visit Kingman Feldspar Mine?+

The most comfortable months at Kingman Feldspar Mine are September to May. Summer heat here is intense, so carry more water than you think you need and work the early morning.

How do I get to Kingman Feldspar Mine?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 35.26961, -114.06112 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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