Rockhounding Map - Find 260,000+ Rock Collecting Sites
Discover where to find rocks, minerals, and crystals with GPS coordinates and detailed mineral lists
The world's most comprehensive rockhounding location database. Find agates, jasper, quartz, garnets, and 6600+ minerals at mapped sites across America and worldwide. Every location includes GPS coordinates, mineral lists, and collecting information.
The Ultimate Rockhounding Location Tool
Everything you need to plan successful rock collecting trips
260,000+ Locations
The world's largest database of rockhounding sites, mineral localities, gem mines, and collecting areas
GPS Coordinates
Exact latitude and longitude for every location - tap to navigate with your phone's GPS
Mineral Lists
Know exactly what rocks and minerals have been found at each site before you go
Find Locations for 6600+ Minerals
Search by mineral type to discover where to find the rocks you want
Agate
12,000+ sites
Quartz
45,000+ sites
Jasper
8,500+ sites
Garnet
15,000+ sites
Calcite
35,000+ sites
Fluorite
7,200+ sites
Amethyst
3,800+ sites
Turquoise
2,100+ sites
Opal
1,900+ sites
Tourmaline
4,500+ sites
Topaz
2,800+ sites
Beryl
3,200+ sites
...plus jasper, fluorite, topaz, tourmaline, and 140+ more minerals
Every Type of Rockhounding Location
From historic mines to beach collecting spots
Know Before You Go - Rockhounding Regulations
Always check local regulations before collecting. Our comprehensive regulations database covers rockhounding laws for major US states and countries worldwide.
View Rockhounding RegulationsFrequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about rock identification, gemstone buying, and using our platform.
Ruby Glint includes over 260,000 rockhounding locations worldwide, with the most comprehensive coverage of sites in North America. Our database includes historic mines, active collecting sites, mineral localities, gem fields, crystal hunting areas, and fossil sites. Each location includes GPS coordinates and information about what minerals and rocks can be found there.
Yes! Every location in our database includes precise GPS coordinates (latitude and longitude). You can tap any location to open it in your phone's navigation app (Google Maps, Apple Maps, etc.) for turn-by-turn directions. The coordinates are verified against geological databases and historical mining records for accuracy.
Absolutely! The Ruby Glint rockhounding map lets you search by location to find collecting sites near you. You can browse the interactive map to see nearby locations, or search by city, state, or zip code. The map shows all rockhounding sites in your area along with what minerals and rocks can be found at each location.
Each rockhounding location includes: GPS coordinates (latitude/longitude), the specific minerals and rocks found there, location type (mine, quarry, public site, etc.), historical information if available, and the ability to save favorites. Some locations include additional details like access information, collecting tips, and photos from other users.
Land ownership and regulations vary by location. Our database includes historical geological data about where minerals have been found, but always research current land ownership, access permissions, and local regulations before visiting any site. Check our Rockhounding Regulations section for state-by-state collecting laws. Never trespass on private property, and always follow Leave No Trace principles.
Yes! You can search our database by mineral or rock type to find locations where specific materials have been discovered. Want to find agate? Quartz crystals? Garnets? Just search for the mineral name and see all mapped locations worldwide where it's been found. This feature helps you plan targeted collecting trips for the specimens you want to find.
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