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Where to Find Amazonite in Colorado

Colorado has 6 mapped collecting spots that report amazonite, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in El Paso County with 3 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.

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Every amazonite spot we track in Colorado

Standout amazonite spots in Colorado

Hand-picked from the full list above, with the reason each one earns a trip.

Best counties for amazonite in Colorado

Ranked by the number of mapped amazonite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.

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Read the amazonite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Amazonite in the encyclopedia.

Amazonite in Colorado FAQ

Where can you find amazonite in Colorado?+
The mapped spots concentrate in El Paso County, Douglas County, and Jefferson County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many amazonite spots are mapped in Colorado?+
6 spots across 4 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect amazonite in Colorado?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 6 of the 6 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.

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