Rockhounding in Anne Arundel County, Maryland
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Anne Arundel County. Most commonly produces amber, fossils, pyrite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Anne Arundel County, Maryland
Spots in Anne Arundel County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magothy RiverDrum Avenue North | 39.1153, -76.5670 | Public | |
| North Ferry PointNorth Ferry Point Road | 39.0857, -76.5026 | Public | |
| Sullivan CoveHolly Avenue | 39.0674, -76.5482 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Maryland
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Anne Arundel County. A natural extension if Anne Arundel County is already on your trip plan.
- Baltimore County~22 mi5 spotsTop: Garnet, Quartz, Copper
- Montgomery County~33 mi4 spotsTop: Serpentine, Amphibolite, Apatite
- Harford County~42 mi6 spotsTop: Garnet, Quartz, Serpentine
- Carroll County~47 mi3 spotsTop: Azurite, Bornite, Calamine
- Cecil County~48 mi3 spotsTop: Brucite, Chromite, Kammererite
- Frederick County~54 mi5 spotsTop: Bornite, Copper, Covellite
Across the state line from Anne Arundel County
Rockhounding counties in neighboring states within driving range. Geology rarely respects state borders — these are often the closest mapped spots you can reach without going deeper into Maryland.
Anne Arundel County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Anne Arundel County, Maryland?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Anne Arundel County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Anne Arundel County?+
Spots in Anne Arundel County most often produce Amber, Fossils, Pyrite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Anne Arundel County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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