Rockhounding in Franklin County, Massachusetts
10 mapped rockhounding spots in Franklin County. Most commonly produces agate, chalcopyrite, garnet, hematite.
Map showing 10 rockhounding spots in Franklin County, Massachusetts
Minerals reported in Franklin County
Spots in Franklin County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| ConwaySouth Deerfield Road | 42.5094, -72.6835 | Public | |
| Davis MineDavis Mine Road | 42.6834, -72.8650 | Public | |
| DeerfieldAlbany Road | 42.5459, -72.6044 | Public | |
| Deerfield RiverHoosac Road | 42.5262, -72.6452 | Public | |
| LeverettNumber Six Road | 42.4595, -72.4589 | Public | |
| MontagueLong Plain Road | 42.5072, -72.5247 | Public | |
| NorthfieldMount Hermon Station Road | 42.6930, -72.4775 | Public | |
| Northfield MountainFour Mile Brook Road | 42.6261, -72.4372 | Public | |
| Warwick | 42.6596, -72.3788 | Public | |
| ZoarZoar Road |
| 42.6442, -72.9272 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Massachusetts
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Franklin County. A natural extension if Franklin County is already on your trip plan.
- Hampshire County~17 mi12 spotsTop: Beryl, Rhodonite, Smoky Quartz
- Hampden County~30 mi4 spotsTop: Amethyst, Beryl, Chromite
- Berkshire County~36 mi3 spotsTop: Asbestos, Green Quartz, Smoky Quartz
- Worcester County~40 mi4 spotsTop: Beryl, Chalcopyrite, Muscovite
- Essex County~91 mi3 spotsTop: Amazonite, Chalcopyrite, Galena
Across the state line from Franklin 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.
- Cheshire County~26 miNew Hampshire · 7 spotsTop: Beryl, Fluorite, Aquamarine
- Windsor County~53 miVermont · 3 spotsTop: Calcite, Pyrite, Actinolite
- Capitol Planning Region~53 miConnecticut · 9 spotsTop: Prehnite, Rose Quartz, Staurolite
- Sullivan County~62 miNew Hampshire · 3 spotsTop: Beryl, Amethyst, Aquamarine
Franklin County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Franklin County, Massachusetts?+
RockHoundR tracks 10 rockhounding spots in Franklin County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Franklin County?+
Spots in Franklin County most often produce Agate, Chalcopyrite, Garnet, Hematite, Chalcedony. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Franklin 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.
Plan a Franklin County rockhounding trip
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