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Best Rock Hounding Apps

204+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated June 2026

Out of 204+ rock hounding apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Rock Hounding Apps (June 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1RockHoundR: Rockhounding MapRockHoundR: Rockhounding MapFree4.1★ (14)NoNoJul 2026
2Digger's Map: Find MineralsDigger's Map: Find MineralsFree4.5★ (460)NoYesJul 2026
3Rockhounding SpotsRockhounding SpotsFree5.0★ (1)NoYesMay 2026
4Rock Identifier: Stone IDRock Identifier: Stone IDFree4.7★ (75K)YesYesJul 2026
5Mine Locator MapMine Locator MapFree4.6★ (329)YesYesJul 2026
6Minerals CenterMinerals CenterFree4.6★ (308)NoNoJul 2026
7Great Lakes Rock Hunter MagGreat Lakes Rock Hunter MagFree5.0★ (9)NoYesJul 2026
8RockdRockdFree4.4★ (183)NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Rock Hounding

RockHoundR: Rockhounding Map#1

RockHoundR: Rockhounding Map by Ruby Glint Technologies Co., Ltd

Field Guide for Rockhounds
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.1(14 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#97in Navigation
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Discover thousands of rockhounding, prospecting, and fossil collecting sites with detailed information on legal digging areas and expected conditions. Plan your trips with weather forecasts and nearby amenities, and keep a private log of your finds and routes. The app works offline, ensuring you can access crucial data even without cell service.

Digger's Map: Find Minerals#2

Digger's Map: Find Minerals by Slava Barouline

The best geology tool!
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.5😊(460 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Discover locations of gold, silver, gemstones, and other minerals with a vast global database. This tool provides detailed information and powerful search capabilities for enthusiasts and prospectors.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Useful for finding mineral locations
  • 👍 Informative and detailed
  • 🗺️ Helpful for research and planning
  • 💻 Easy to use interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
  • 🌐 Limited coverage in certain regions
  • 💰 Some features require paid subscription
Rockhounding Spots#3

Rockhounding Spots by Naveen Dhanapal

Find Gold
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
5.0(1 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Discover over 260,000 rockhounding locations across the US with detailed information and powerful filtering. Find gold, silver, diamonds, and more based on state, county, and commodity. Navigate directly to sites using GPS coordinates.

More Rock Hounding apps to explore

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Rock Identifier: Stone ID
Rock Identifier: Stone ID
Rock Identifier: Stone ID
Gem Mineral Crystal Identifier
Free

Instantly identify rocks, minerals, and gemstones by taking a photo. Access a comprehensive encyclopedia with detailed information on each stone, learn to distinguish real from fake gems, and explore their properties. The app also includes a metal detector and expert consultation.

Photo-based rock identificationStone and crystal encyclopediaReal vs. fake gemstone guide
📚 Education
(75K)
freemium
5
Mine Locator Map
Mine Locator Map
Mine Locator Map
Abandoned Mines & Prospects
Free

Discover historical and active mines, prospects, and mineral deposits across the United States. This app provides a map-based interface to locate various mining-related sites without requiring registration or subscriptions.

Map of mines and prospectsLocate abandoned minesLocate active mines
🔍 Reference
(329)
free with in-app purchases
6
Minerals Center
Minerals Center
Minerals Center
Search and identify minerals
Free

Easily identify minerals, rocks, crystals, and stones using photo recognition. Search for specimens based on their characteristics and organize your findings on a personal checklist.

Mineral identification via photoRock, crystal, and stone identificationSearch by characteristics
📚 Education
(308)
free
7
Great Lakes Rock Hunter Mag
Great Lakes Rock Hunter Mag
Great Lakes Rock Hunter Mag
Rockhounding Info & Tutorials
Free

This monthly magazine offers expert knowledge for rockhounding enthusiasts in the Great Lakes region. Discover prime locations, learn about fascinating rocks, and find tutorials for crafting and polishing your finds.

Great Lakes region focusRock identification and formationCrafting and polishing tutorials
🌟 Lifestyle
(9)
free with in-app purchases
8
Rockd
Rockd
Rockd
by University of Wisconsin-Madison Shared Apps
Free

Discover and document the geology around you. Access global geologic maps, 3D globes, and detailed summaries of your surroundings. Contribute your own observations and track your exploration of Earth's geologic history.

Interactive global geologic maps3D virtual globe explorationField observation logging
📚 Education
(183)
free
9
A Guide To Crystals - The CC
A Guide To Crystals - The CC
A Guide To Crystals - The CC
The Citrine Circle
Free

Explore a comprehensive A-Z guide to over 500 crystals and minerals, offering geological and metaphysical details. Catalog your personal collection with photos, notes, and interactive 3D models. Discover new crystals through quizzes, games, and advanced search filters.

A-Z crystal and mineral databaseGeological and metaphysical informationPersonal crystal collection cataloging
🔍 Reference
(4.1K)
freemium
10
Acres: Land Data & Parcel Maps
Acres: Land Data & Parcel Maps
Acres: Land Data & Parcel Maps
Property lines & owner info
Free

Easily discover property lines, owner information, and land for sale. Features include offline maps, 3D terrain visualization, route tracking, and the ability to save and share custom maps. Access detailed land data like soil composition, elevation, and historical imagery.

Property line visualizationOwner information lookupLand for sale listings
💼 Business
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Stone Identifier - Rock Finder
Stone Identifier - Rock Finder
Stone Identifier - Rock Finder
Diamonds, crystals & gemstones
Free

Identify rocks, minerals, and crystals from photos with high accuracy. Explore their properties, discover nearby deposits on a map, and build your own digital collection. Learn fascinating facts about stones from around the world.

Accurate rock identification from photosStudy physical and chemical propertiesDiscover nearby rock deposits on a map
📚 Education
(1.5K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Rock & Crystal Identifier
Rock & Crystal Identifier
Rock & Crystal Identifier
ID Crystals Mineral Gem Stones
Free

Instantly identify rocks, crystals, and minerals by uploading a photo. Explore their history, meaning, and energetic qualities. Organize your collection and connect with experts for insights.

Photo-based rock identificationCrystal and mineral encyclopediaSearch by planet, color, emotion, chakra
📚 Education
(2.5K)
freemium
13
Idaho Rocks & Gems Rock Club
Idaho Rocks & Gems Rock Club
Idaho Rocks & Gems Rock Club
by Idaho Rocks & Gems LLC
Free

Discover the joys of rockhounding, cutting, and polishing rocks, crystals, and minerals. This app provides easy access to club trip schedules and detailed maps of mining and public rockhounding sites in Idaho, Oregon, and Nevada.

Rockhounding informationClub trip schedulesDetailed location maps
🌟 Lifestyle
(6)
free
14
DeepTime for Geology
DeepTime for Geology
DeepTime for Geology
by Hunt Mountain Software
Free

Explore an interactive geological time scale with detailed information on each unit, including GSSP definitions and color codes. Search for terms and view GSSPs on a global map. Ideal for geologists, students, and Earth history enthusiasts.

Interactive geological time scaleDetailed GSSP definitionsCMYK and RGB color codes
📚 Education
(7)
free
15
RockHound
RockHound
RockHound
For all Rockhounders!
$1.99

This app helps rockhounds discover and document their finds. It features a database of sites and rocks, allows users to add personal sites and finds, and provides tips for the hobby. Users can also track their favorite locations and discoveries with photos.

Database of 160+ rockhounding sitesDatabase of 60+ rocks and gemsAdd custom sites with GPS coordinates
⚽ Sports
(3)
paid
16
BaseMap: Hunting GPS Maps
BaseMap: Hunting GPS Maps
BaseMap: Hunting GPS Maps
Maps, GPS, Hunt Planning
Free

This app provides detailed land ownership maps, offline GPS tracking, and a mobile hunt planner. It offers over 800 map layers, including government lands, private parcel data, and hunting-specific information. Plan your hunts with draw odds, season dates, and weather forecasts.

Offline GPS and tracking800+ map layersPrivate parcel boundaries & owner names
🗺️ Navigation
(9.1K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Rock of the day
Rock of the day
Rock of the day
Rate rocks! No, seriously.
Free

Share and discover interesting rocks from around the globe. Post photos of your finds, see what others think, and explore a daily feed of unique geological specimens. Earn badges and connect with fellow rock enthusiasts.

Share rock photosDaily rock feedRate and react to rocks
🌐 Social Networking
(1)
free
18
Where to Find Gold and Silver
Where to Find Gold and Silver
Where to Find Gold and Silver
The best prospecting tool!
Free

Discover locations for gold, silver, platinum, and gemstones on a global map. Search for specific sites, view details, and add favorites. Utilize built-in navigation to reach prospecting spots and access extensive datasets.

Locate precious metal and gem sites on a mapSearch locations by nameView detailed information about sites
🗺️ Navigation
(175)
free with in-app purchases
19
Rock Identifier: Stone ID AI
Rock Identifier: Stone ID AI
Rock Identifier: Stone ID AI
Stone & Mineral Identification
Free

Instantly identify rocks, minerals, and crystals using advanced image recognition. Explore their history, properties, and build a personal collection. Connect with a community of enthusiasts.

Instant rock, mineral, and crystal identificationDetailed specimen informationRock history and crystal healing insights
🔍 Reference
(152)
free with in-app purchases
20
98 Rock Baltimore
98 Rock Baltimore
98 Rock Baltimore
Baltimore's Rock Radio 98 Rock
Free

Listen to Baltimore's premier rock radio station, featuring live broadcasts and updates. This app serves as the flagship station for the Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore Orioles.

Live rock radio broadcastsBaltimore Ravens flagshipBaltimore Orioles flagship
🎵 Music
(34)
ad-supported

FAQ about Rock Hounding

What are the best rock hounding apps for iPhone?
RockHoundR: Rockhounding Map tops our rock hounding apps ranking as of June 2026, with a 4.1-star average from 14 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top rock hounding apps we rank are free to download, including RockHoundR: Rockhounding Map and Digger's Map: Find Minerals.
RockHoundR: Rockhounding Map has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.
We track 204+ rock hounding apps on the iOS App Store as of June 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
RockHoundR is a navigation app designed for rockhounds, prospectors, and fossil hunters. It provides a map of collecting sites, information on legal digging areas, and tools for logging finds and planning trips.
RockHoundR Pro unlocks offline maps, premium map layers like satellite and topographic views, a 3D terrain view for scouting landscapes, and full site details including directions and access notes.