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xSuoiveDx

Dave, The Quiet One.
If you progress through the main quest you will have to go to Blackreach to retrieve an Elder Scroll, I'm not sure if Blackreach is accessible before this though.
In Blackreach you will find 28 veins of Geode Ore, 2 veins of Ebony Ore, 1 vein of Orichalcum Ore, 7 veins of Corundum Ore, 3 veins of Quicksilver Ore & 1 vein of Gold Ore.
 

Lemnisc8

Bunny Protector and Thalmor Killer
Thank you my good sir, that's +rep for you.
 

xSuoiveDx

Dave, The Quiet One.
I should have a complete list up by the end of this week hopefully of every available vein of ore & the locations.
 

hardix

Linkin Park Fan
I know that there is about 4 quicksilver veins in a dungeon near markarth. You go there for a quest ( i think i went there for sindings findings??? or something like that) and there is a hagraven you can free. Once you free her, follow along and you will eventually find some quicksilver veins.
 

xSuoiveDx

Dave, The Quiet One.
I know that there is about 4 quicksilver veins in a dungeon near markarth. You go there for a quest ( i think i went there for sindings findings??? or something like that) and there is a hagraven you can free. Once you free her, follow along and you will eventually find some quicksilver veins.

What is the name of this Dungeon ?
 

xSuoiveDx

Dave, The Quiet One.
Where is Clearspring Cave located ?
 

xSuoiveDx

Dave, The Quiet One.
Haven't been there as yet but I'll check it out soon, besides there's heaps of Iron Ore in other locations if you are in need of Iron Ore, just look on page one of this thread.
 

Gemini Sierra

Pre-emptive Salvage Specialist
I just thought I'd add a little gem... haha to this thread for those using a PC...
Over at Skyrim Nexus there is a mod called Glowing Ore Veins that I've used just to make them easier to spot :D They've colored and brightened the veins to try and be corresponding to the type of ore. For example, Iron ore is a light orangish color to simulate weathering and rust.
For those trying to build a really great list, this could help you spot the ore as you travel. Cheers.
 

xSuoiveDx

Dave, The Quiet One.
This is a list of what Ore can be found at what Location or near said Location.


A

Alftand - East of Alftand heading towards Mount Anthor There is a vein of Corundum Ore.

Anga's Mill - Just down the road from the mill on the left hand slope there is a vein of Iron Ore.

Anga's Mill - North of Anga's Mill is a mountain, if you follow the mountain around to the left and go up the slope as well you will find a vein of Corundum Ore.

Anise's Cottage - Directly south of the exit of Bleak Falls Barrow there is a cottage called Anise's Cottage, go past the cottage and near the edge of the rocks beside the river there is a vein of Iron Ore.

B

Bilegulch Mine ( North of Glenmoril Coven in a valley ) - There are 9 veins of Orichalcum Ore.

Blackreach - There is 28 veins of Geode Ore, 6 veins of Ebony Ore, 1 vein of Orichalcum Ore, 7 veins of Corundum Ore, 3 veins of Quicksilver Ore & 1 vein of Gold Ore.

Bleak Falls Barrow - There is a vein of Iron Ore in the middle of the path that is on the right of the stream.

Bleak Falls Barrow - When you exit Bleak Falls Barrow there are 2 Corundum veins down the hill to the right.

Bleak Falls Barrow - On the way to Bleak Falls Barrow is a stone tower that has 3 bandits in & around it. Below the tower to the West is a vein of Iron Ore.

Blind Cliff Bastion - There are 3 veins of Quicksilver Ore.

Bloodlet Throne - There is a vein of Iron Ore & a vein of Silver Ore.

Bloodlet Throne - South East of Bloodlet Throne there is a vein of Quicksilver Ore.

Bonestrewn Crest - There is a vein of Iron Ore on your right if you are facing the Dragon Shout Wall.

Bonestrewn Crest- There is a vein of Silver Ore on the slope that is behind the Dragon Shout Wall, it's only accessible by either going out & around Bonestrewn Crest or climbing down the rocks from Bonestrewn Crest.

Brandy Mug Farm - If you go up the hill to the East of the farm, if you follow the road & go through a Hunters Camp there is a vein of Corundum Ore up the slope on the right.

Brittleshin Pass - There is a vein of Iron Ore.

Broken Helm Hollow - There are 2 veins of Corundum Ore.
At the bottom of the waterfall outside the entrance to Broken Helm Hollow there is 1 vein of Corundum Ore

Broken Limb Camp - North West of the Camp heading towards Mixwater Mill is a vein of Iron Ore.

Broken Oar Grotto - There are 2 veins of Iron Ore & 1 vein of Corundum Ore.

Brood Cavern - There is a vein of Corundum Ore and a vein of Iron Ore.

Brood Cavern - There is a vein of Iron Ore to the left of the entrance.

Brood Cavern - There is another vein of Iron Ore down the slope to the west, it's against the rocks on the banks of the creek.

Bthardornz Upper District - There is a vein of Gold Ore.

Bthardornz Lower District - There is vein of Gold Ore.

Bthardornz - If stand with your back to Bthardornz & walk back down the road towards Druodach Redoubt there is a vein of beside the track on the right hand side.

C

Cold Rock Pass - There is a vein of Corundum Ore.

Cold Rock Pass - There is vein of Iron Ore down the hill ( North West ) from the northern entrance to Cold Rock Pass.

Cold Rock Pass - If you follow the path down the hill from North Cold Rock Pass, go past the Hunter's Camp you will find another vein of Iron Ore to the right just as the path broadens onto the slope. If you look at your map it's nearly half way between North Cold Rock Pass and Morthal.

Crabber's Shanty - There is a vein of Iron Ore west of the shanty.

Cradle Stone Tower - There is a vein of Corundum Ore at the bottom of the rocky outcrop that is beside the Tower

Cragstone Cavern - Above Cragstone Cavern there is a vein of Iron Ore.

Cragswallow Slope - Head west from here and there is a vein of Iron Ore.

Cragwallow Slope - In the cavern after the flooded one, there is a vein of Corundum Ore on the right hand side between the tower & the wall.

Cronvangr Cave - There is a vein of Silver Ore to the left ( North ) of the entrance on the upper slopes of the hill. There is also a vein of Corundum Ore to the West.

Crossroads Watch Tower ( North of Falkreath ) - There is a vein of Iron Ore.

Crystaldrift Cave - There is a vein of Moonstone Ore.

D

Darkshade Copse - There is 1 veins of Gold Ore in the 2nd cavern on the right where you find the 2nd troll.

Darkshade Copse - There is another vein of Gold Ore in the 3rd cavern on the right where you find the 3rd & 4th trolls.

Darkshade Copse - There is 1 vein of Gold Ore outside on the right of the entrance.

Darkshade Copse - Downstream from Darkshade on the North bank is a vein of Iron Ore. It's right on the bend of the river.

Dark water Pass - There is a vein of Silver Ore.

Dawnstar - Following the shore line from Dawnstar to The Wreck of the Brinehammer there is a vein of Quicksilver Ore.

Deepwood Vale - Before you enter Hag's End, jump up the rocks towards the waterfall & if you move side to side whilst jumping up you reach the top of the rocks. Cross the river below the next waterfall & there is a Quicksilver vein in the snow. There is an Expert Chest just beyond it against the rock wall.

Deepwood Vale - On the left before crossing the bridge to head up towards Hag's End.

Druadach Redoubt Cave - There is 2 Quicksilver veins on the left hand side of the grain mill against the wall.

E

Eastmarch Imperial Camp - If you go up the slope left of the camp there is a vein of Iron Ore.

Embershard Mine ( located South East of Riverwood ) - There are 4 veins of Iron Ore as well as 2 pieces of Iron Ore on a table & 2 Iron Ingots on the Blacksmith Bench.

Evergreen Grove - Slightly north of the pool of water up the slope there is a vein of Iron Ore.

F

Faldars Tower - There is a vein of Silver Ore on the north side of the hill that is north of the tower.

Faldars Tower - There is a vein of Corundum Ore on a small island south of the tower.

Falkreath - There is a hill behind the Hall Of The Dead, on the Northern side of the hill at the top is 2 veins of Iron Ore.

Falkreath Watchtower - There is a vein of Iron Ore on the left against the rocks as you approach the steps.

Fellglow Keep - Head south West from the keep towards the river & there is a vein of Iron Ore on the edge of the cliff.

Fort Amol - If you head South East down the road towards Ivarnstead you cross a stone bridge that is arched up, there is a trail that goes off on a tangent to the right. On the right hand of this trail there is a vein of Iron Ore. East of Fort Amol on the other side of the river is another vein of Iron Ore. From Fort Amol head North East towards Broken Limb Camp, there is a vein of Iron Ore on the edge of the river.

Fort Fellhammer Mines - There are 10 Iron Ore Veins, plus 5 - 6 pieces of Iron Ore laying on the ground or in carts.

Fort Fellhammer - Between Fort Fellhammer & Fort Dunstad there is a vein of Iron Ore on the left hand side of the road beside the rocky hillside.

Fort Grey Moor - Directly South of Fort Grey Moor against the base of the mountain is a vein of Quicksilver Ore.

Forsaken Cave - There is vein of Iron Ore outside the entrance.

Forsaken Cave - Further down the trail & high on the right side there is a vein of Orichalcum Ore.

Forsaken Cave - Further around & up the top of the mountain as far as you can go there is a Frost Troll, on the left of the Troll there is a vein of Moonstone Ore & a vein of Quicksilver Ore.

G

Geirmund's Hall - There is a vein of Iron Ore on the back of the hill above the entrance.

Glenmoril Coven - On the road leading up to Glenmoril Coven from Knifepoint Ridge there is a vein of Iron Ore on the left hand side of the track.

Gloomreach Cavern - There are 2 veins of Corundum Ore.

Greenspring Hollow - South West of the hollow on the edge of the creek there is a vein of Corundum Ore.

Guardians Stones - South of the Guardians Stones is 3 veins of Corundum Ore amongst the rocks.

Guardians Stones - South West of the Guardians Stones is a Shrine of Talos with several dead worshippers & a dead Thalmor wizard laying around it. Just below the wizard is a vein of Iron Ore.

Guardians Stones - West of the Guardians Stones beside the water is a vein of Iron Ore, it's also beside a Hunter's Camp.

H

Halldir's Cairn - There is of Iron Ore.

Hall Of The Vigilant - Follow the path around to the right and proceed up the mountain. Along the path there is a vein of Corundum Ore on the left hand side.

Halted Stream Camp - There are 16 veins of Iron Ore, there is also a vein of Corundum Ore at the foot of the bed. Plus there is also 3 Iron Ore on a shelf as well as 1 Silver Ore & 1 Iron Ore on a table.

Halted Stream Camp - Halfway between Halted Stream Camp and Silent Moons Camp there is a vein of Gold Ore on a small rise, which is accessable every couple of days ( Real Time ).

Helgen - There is a vein of Moonstone Ore as far South as you can go from Helgen. You will see it beside a gate and wall which stops you from going any further South at the point.

High Gate Ruins - If you go around & above the ruins there are 2 veins of Orichalcum Ore.

Hillgrund's Tomb - Between Hillgrund's Tomb & Fort Amol there is a stone bridge, cross the bridge heading to the fort & on the right hand side near the water's edge is a vein of Iron Ore.

Hillgrund Tomb - If you go up behind Hillgrund Tomb you will find a chest, now if you head south along the base of the cliff you will come to a fallen tree over a waterfall. Cross the tree & veer to the right when you reach the other side to find a vein of Iron Ore. If you follow the road in front of you up the hill you will see a 1 rail fence on a sharp right hand corner. Jump the rail & continue straight ahead & you will find another vein of Iron Ore on your right.

From the previous Ore location, if you go up the side of the mountain you are on to the top you will find another vein of Iron Ore. If you head north East along the ridge that you are on you will find a vein of Gold Ore.

Holly Frost Farm - South of the farm up the slope is a vein of Iron Ore.

I

Irkngthand - There is a vein of Corundum Ore to the right of the entrance.

Ivarstead - Head North East out of Ivarstead & instead of turning left over the bridge to go to High Hrothgar go straight down the hill & keep the river on your left. When the river turns to your right continue to follow the river until you reach a rock overhang with a Troll standing in it. Kill the Troll & you will find a vein of Orichalcum Ore.

K

Kolskeggr Mine - There are 17 veins of Gold Ore.

Knifepoint Mine - 1 vein of Iron Ore on the left side of the tunnel, in the cell there is an Iron Ore vein on each of the 3 walls. Upon leaving the cell there is an Iron Ore vein on your left.

Kynesgrove - East of Kynesgrove & just up the slope ( East again ) from where you defeat the dragon for Delphine in the Blade In The Dark quest, there is a vein of Iron Ore.

L

Labyrinthian - East of Labyrinthian & slightly South East of Lost Yalkreg on top of the mountain there is a vein of Silver Ore.

Large Island north of the Thalmor Embassy - it has a wooden flagpole with a tattered flag at the top of it, there is a vein of Gold Ore. If you stand at the entrance of Broken Oar Grotto & face the sea, just head towards the left.

Liar's Retreat - Go into the tunnel, then proceed between 2 Falmer compounds & there is a Corundum vein on the left hand side a bit further along.

Lost Echo Cave - There is a vein of Quicksilver on the right of the 2nd cavern, there are 2 falmer at the opening

Lost Knife Cave - There is 2 veins of Iron Ore.

Lost Knife Cave - There is another vein of Iron Ore due East of Lost Knife Cave & due South of Fort Amol.

Lost Knife Hideout - There is a vein of Gold Ore & a vein of Corundum Ore.

Lost Prospect Mine - There are 3 veins of Gold Ore behind the waterfall.

Lost Prospect Mine - There is a vein of Orichalcum Ore East of the Lost Prospect Mine on the slope of the right hand hill directly below Fallowstone Cave.

Lost Tongue Overlook ( Dragon & Shout ) - There is vein of Iron Ore on the corner of the steps. Best to mine it after slaying the dragon though.

Lost Valley Redoubt - There is a vein of Silver Ore on the left hand side going up through the Forsworn Camp.

M

Mount Anthor - If you follow the road that goes up the hill on the right at the top is a vein of Iron Ore.If you keep following the road down the other side you will find another vein of Iron Ore on the left at the bottom.

Mzulft - Before you enter, face the entrance then go left past the other building & there is a vein of Iron Ore.

N

Outside of Narzilbur ( Orc Stonghold ), if you follow the cliff around to the right from the stronghold there is a vein of Corundum Ore, it's situated in a line between Gloomhound Mine & Cragswallow Slope

Nchuand - Zel Excavation Site - There is a vein of Corundum Ore

Nightcaller Temple ( South West of Dawnstar ) - There is a vein of Moonstone Ore behind the main building on the Western Side.

Nilbiem - South West of the tower near the shoreline amongst some rocks is 2 veins of Iron Ore.

Northern shoreline directly north of Mor Khazbur - There is a vein of Iron Ore.

Northwind Mine - There are 3 veins of Iron Ore.

O

Old Hraldon - Southwest of Old Hraldon across the river heading up the hill there is a vein of Iron Ore on the right hand side of the path approx mid way up the hill.

P

Peak's Shade Tower - South East of Peak's Shade Tower there are 2 veins of Orichalcum Ore on top of the slope before the mountain. It's west of Bloodlet Throne.

Pinepeak Cavern - There is 1 vein of Corundum Ore.

Pinemoon Cavern - There is a vein of Iron Ore North West of the Cavern, there is a large fallen hollow log just above it.

R

Raldbthor - There is a vein of Silver Ore on the slope above the main structure.

Ravenscar Hollow - There is a vein of Iron Ore on the right hand side of the path.

Reachwater Rock - There is a vein of Silver Ore on the right & a vein of Iron Ore on the left as you approach the entrance.

Redbelly Mine - There are 2 veins of Ebony Ore at the bottom of the ramp & 1 Vein on the next level back up the ramp. You have to clear out the Frostbite Spiders first.

Refugee's Rest - there is a vein of Iron Ore to the South ( Up the hill ).

Refugee's Rest - North of Refugee's Rest there is a vein of Iron Ore wedged in the rocks.

Rift Watchtower - North East of the tower is a ridge, up on top of that ridge is a vein of Moonstone Ore at the base of some rocks.

Riverside Shack - There is a vein of Iron Ore across the river & downstream a bit from the shack.

Riverside Shack - There is a vein of Iron Ore to the East up the hill from the Shack.

Riverwood - Head across the bridge and take the road to Bleak Falls Barrow on the first corner instead of going right just go straight ahead a little bit & you will find a vein of Iron Ore beside a little waterfall.

Ronnaveg's Fast - There is a vein of Iron Ore just south of Ronnavig's Fast against the cliff. Head south to the creek then follow the creek to the east to find another vein of Iron Ore. There is another vein of Iron Ore South West of Ronnaveg's Fast between the creek & the rocks.

S

Salvius Farm - If you travel down the road from Salvius Farm and cross the bridge on the slope on your left is a vein of Silver Ore.

Secunda's Shelf - There is 2 veins of Iron Ore East of the Shelf on a rocky ledge, there is a path going up the mountain near them.

Shadowgreen Cavern - There is a vein of Corundum Ore.

Shimmermist Cave - There is a vein of Quicksilver Ore down the slope from Shimmermist Cave.

Shrine of Mehrunes Dagon - On the top of the hill above the Shrine there is a vein of Corundum Ore.

Shriekwind Bastion - There is a vein of Corundum Ore on the hill directly behind the entrance.

Silent Moon Camp - North West of the camp there is a trail going up the mountain, on the left hand side of the trail is a vein of Iron Ore.

Silent Moon Camp - Between Silent Moon Camp & Dustman's Cairn there is a valley heading North towards Lost Yalkreg, on the right side of the valley there is a vein of Gold Ore.

Silent Moon Camp - Nearly mid way between Silent Moon Camp & Dustman's Cairn there is a vein of Iron Ore.

Silent Moon Camp - If you face Silent Moon Camp and go to the left and up the mountain you will find 2 veins of Moonstone Ore.

Sleeping Tree Cave - There is a vein of Orichalcum Ore on the left hand side of the cave.

Sleeping Tree Camp - There is a vein of Corundum Ore directly south of the camp, it's about halfway between the camp & the road on top of a small hill.

Soarthal - There is a vein of Silver Ore on the corner of the walkway heading down to the entrance of Soarthal

Soljund's Sinkhole - There are 4 veins of Moonstone Ore.

Southfringe Sanctrum - Follow the tunnel down to a gate with a ward on it, use Unrelenting Force to destroy the ward then kill the Spellswords. If you follow the path to the right until the first flag then turn left there is a vein of Silver Ore & a vein of Iron Ore

Steam Crag Camp - South East of the camp is a vein of Iron Ore & there is another vein of Iron Ore to the South.

Steepfall Burrow - There is a vein of Corundum Ore.

Stendar's Beacon - If you follow the trail around to the right without going down the slope you will find 2 veins of Iron Ore.

Stillborn Cave - There is a vein of Iron Ore on the left side of the path leading up to the cave.

Stonehill Bluff - There is a vein of Corundum Ore on the hull above the Giants Camp.

Stonehill Bluff- There is vein of Iron Ore South East of the bluff.

Stoney Creek Cove - There are 2 veins of Corundum Ore.

Sunderstone Gorge - You travel through a series of small twisting tunnels & enter a long tunnel that goes to the left . Further down this tunnel there are 3 - 4 Necromancers in it, some at ground level, some on platforms. There is a Vein of Silver Ore directly across from where you entered. There 3 Silver Ore veins in the tunnel that a sheever ran out of just ahead you on the right

Swindler's Den - Due east of Swindler's Den is a mountain, there is a vein of Corundum Ore near the crest.

Swindler's Den - There is vein of Iron Ore on a corner of the path after you meet or kill the Redguards.

Swindler's Den - North East of the den is an island in the middle of the creek, there is a vein of Iron Ore on it.

Swindler's Den - South of the den is Stander's Shrine, well east of the Shrine up the slope there is a vein of Corundum Ore, there is fallen tree nearby.

T

Traitor's Post - To the South there is a road going up the mountain to the Socellum of Boethiah, if you follow it there is a vein of Iron Ore on the left of the road.

The Atronach Stone - There is a vein of iron Ore just west of the stone.

The Lady Stone - There is a vein of Iron Ore on the island with the Lady Stone.

The Lord Stone - There is a vein of Corundum Ore at the base of the Lord Stone.

The Ritual Stone - Just past The Ritual Stone heading towards Valtheim Keep there are 2 veins of Corundum Ore up amongst the rocks on the side of the hill on the right and 2 veins of Iron Ore North of the Ritual Stone in a small clearing amongst the rocks.

Tumble Arch Pass ( Giants Camp ) - There is vein of Orichalcum Ore South West of the camp up the slope.

U

Ustengrav Depths - to the right of the first flame floor there is an Iron Ore Vein.

Ustengrav Depths - To the right of the Word Wall on the ledge there is a vein of Corundum Ore.

Ustengrav Depths - Follow the wall around to the right from the Corundum Ore, jump down one ledge & jump over to another ledge & you will find a vein of Silver Ore . It's to the left of the Waterfall.

Ustengrav Depths - When you go down the first narrow walkway into the area above the Word Wall, if you walk back underneath that walkway and jump down 2 ledges you will find a vein of Corundum Ore against the wall.

Utteringhills Cave - There is a vein of Corundum Ore.

V

Valtheim Keep - There is 1 vein of Iron Ore & 2 veins of Corundum Ore on the Northern side. The Corundum Ore is East of the Iron Ore.

Volskygge Passages - You enter a room with a stream running through it, there are 2 stone bridges either side. Follow the stream to the right, at the end there is a chest & before you reach the chest there is a vein of Orichalcum Ore.

Volunruud - There is a vein of Iron Ore in the left passageway that is on the left of the first set of steps going up.

W

Western Watch Tower - heading down the road from the Watch Tower towards the Loreius Farm there is a vein of Iron Ore on the right hand side.

Whitewatch Tower - North of the tower heading towards Loreius Farm there is a vein of Iron Ore on the left hand side of the road on the slope.

White River Watch - There is a vein of Iron Ore on the left of the 2nd landing after the caged wolf.

Whiterun - Mid way between Whiterun & Silent Moon Camp is a vein of Corundum Ore.

Windhelm - There is a vein of Corundum Ore on the Eastern side of the Windhelm, it's opposite The Palace of the Kings.

Windhelm - There is a vein of Corundum Ore on the Western Side of Windhelm.

Windhelm Stables - Heading West ( Down the road ) from the stables there is a vein of Iron Ore over the bridge on the right, it's wedged in between the rocks.

Windhelm Stables - South of the stables is the road to Kynesgrove, on the left of that roadup amongst the first group of rocks is a vein of Iron Ore.

Wreck of the Brinehammer - To the left and behind of the wreck is a vein of Silver Ore.

Wreck of the Brinehammer - Heading towards Solitude from the Brinehammer there is a vein of Quicksilver Ore on the first island. The 2nd island which has old ruins on it there is 2 veins of Quicksilver Ore. The islands are North of High Gate Ruins.

Wolf Skull Ruins - There is a vein of Iron Ore & a vein of Moonstone Ore.

Wolfskull Cave - On the road that runs west past Wolfskull Cave, if you follow the road until just before the turn to Steepfall Barrow you will find a vein of Iron Ore on the left hand side of the road at the base of some rocks.

Y

Yorgrim Overlook - There is a vein of Iron Ore & a vein of Orichalcum Ore to the right ( East ) of the Overlook.
 
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xSuoiveDx

Dave, The Quiet One.
*Bump*
 
Do all mining spots respawn after 72 hours?
 

xSuoiveDx

Dave, The Quiet One.
Most of them have respawned after 72 hours.
 
I wasn't sure if ones in caves respawned at all. I had heard mixed information on that.
 

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Dave, The Quiet One.
*Bump*
 

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