Rockhounding in Dukes County, Massachusetts
1 mapped rockhounding spot in Dukes County. Most commonly produces alum, amber.
Map showing 1 rockhounding spot in Dukes County, Massachusetts
Minerals reported in Dukes County
- Alum1
- Amber1
Spots in Dukes County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gay HeadField Loop |
| 41.3453, -70.8369 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Massachusetts
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Dukes County. A natural extension if Dukes County is already on your trip plan.
- Essex County~96 mi3 spotsTop: Amazonite, Chalcopyrite, Galena
- Worcester County~97 mi4 spotsTop: Beryl, Chalcopyrite, Muscovite
- Hampden County~119 mi4 spotsTop: Amethyst, Beryl, Chromite
- Hampshire County~124 mi12 spotsTop: Beryl, Rhodonite, Smoky Quartz
- Franklin County~125 mi10 spotsTop: Agate, Chalcopyrite, Garnet
- Berkshire County~143 mi3 spotsTop: Asbestos, Green Quartz, Smoky Quartz
Across the state line from Dukes 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 Massachusetts.
- Providence County~50 miRhode Island · 8 spotsTop: Quartz, Agate, Jasper
- Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region~68 miConnecticut · 3 spotsTop: Apatite, Corundum, Iron Ore
- Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region~90 miConnecticut · 10 spotsTop: Beryl, Aquamarine, Rose Quartz
- Capitol Planning Region~98 miConnecticut · 9 spotsTop: Prehnite, Rose Quartz, Staurolite
Dukes County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Dukes County, Massachusetts?+
RockHoundR tracks 1 rockhounding spot in Dukes County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Dukes County?+
Spots in Dukes County most often produce Alum, Amber. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Dukes 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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