Where to Find Pyrite in South Carolina
5 mapped pyrite rockhounding spots in South Carolina, across 4 counties. Most of the mapped spots sit in Lancaster County, Cherokee County, and Oconee County. Pyrite — fool's gold — is brassy iron sulfide that often forms perfect cubes.
Map of 5 pyrite rockhounding spots in South Carolina
Pyrite by county in South Carolina
Counties ranked by number of pyrite spots in our database.
Every pyrite spot in South Carolina
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's CreekRagan Trail | Cherokee County | 35.0815, -81.4485 | Public | |
| Flat Creek | Lancaster County | 34.6849, -80.5863 | Public | |
| Haile Gold MineHaile Gold Mine Road | Lancaster County | 34.5804, -80.5320 | Public | |
| Oconee CountySouth Martin Drive | Oconee County | 34.6236, -82.9600 | Public | |
| Fork of Big Creek & Little Saluda RiverBarr Woods Road | Saluda County |
| 34.0618, -81.6766 | Public |
Pyrite in South Carolina FAQ
Where can I find pyrite in South Carolina?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 pyrite spots in South Carolina, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Lancaster County.
Is collecting pyrite legal in South Carolina?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like pyrite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in South Carolina, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best pyrite location in South Carolina?+
Lancaster County has the most pyrite spots in our database for South Carolina. The full county breakdown is below, and different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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