Rockhounding map — free interactive U.S. sites

Interactive rockhounding maps for 11622+ verified collecting sites across America — not a static list. Browse national pins, state maps, specimen filters, gold prospecting hubs, and pay-to-dig mines with GPS coordinates and access notes on every listing.

GPS near meSpecimen mapsPay-to-dig sitesFull directory

National overview map

A sample of indexable, coordinate-verified sites across the U.S. (capped for performance). Open a pin for the full listing — or use GPS near me for live distance sorting.

400 mapped sample pins · full inventory in the directory

Pay-to-dig & public gem mining map

Managed fee digs and public mines. Confirm hours, keep rules, and fees on each listing before you go.

35 dig sites with coordinates

Browse the full dig-sites directory

State rockhounding maps

Each state hub embeds a pin map of its listings — your state rockhounding map.

Specimen maps

Filter by mineral or gem — the competitive surface for “where to find …” queries. See the full specimen index.

Gold & minerals type hub · Gold hunting near me (GPS) · BLM collecting guide

FAQ

Is there a free interactive rockhounding map?

Yes. Our rockhounding maps hub includes a national pin map, state rockhounding maps for all 52 listed states, specimen maps, and a pay-to-dig map — free to use with GPS links on every listing.

How do I find rockhounding sites near me?

Open GPS near me to sort verified sites by distance from your phone, or use this maps hub then drill into a state or specimen map. Each pin links to fees, access notes, and directions.

Does the map include gold prospecting locations?

Yes — open the gold specimen map or gold hunting near me GPS page for placer and prospecting localities. Always verify claims before you dig.

Where can I find paid dig sites on the map?

Use the pay-to-dig pin map on this page or the full dig-sites directory for public gem mining and fee digs with keep rules.

Can I find free rockhounding locations on BLM land?

Many directory listings are on public BLM or National Forest land. Casual personal collecting is often allowed within limits — confirm the managing agency and never dig active claims. Read our BLM collecting guide for details.

How do specimen maps work?

Specimen maps filter the directory toward a mineral or gem — quartz, geodes, agate, jasper, gold, fossils, opal, petrified wood, and more — with pin maps and FAQs on each hub.