Rockhounding in Hampshire County, Massachusetts
12 mapped rockhounding spots in Hampshire County. Most commonly produces beryl, rhodonite, smoky quartz, tourmaline.
Map showing 12 rockhounding spots in Hampshire County, Massachusetts
Minerals reported in Hampshire County
Spots in Hampshire County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| AmherstBelchertown Road | 42.3645, -72.4911 | Public | |
| Barrus Mine pegmatite outcropBarrus Road |
| 42.4727, -72.8384 | Public |
| Betts MineProspect Street | 42.4938, -72.9457 | Paid / fee | |
| ChesterfieldCowper Road | 42.3555, -72.8234 | Public | |
| GoshenBerkshire Trail West | 42.4499, -72.8243 | Public | |
| Lane Trap Rock QuarryNotch Link | 42.3012, -72.5271 | Public | |
| Lily PondLily Pond Lane |
| 42.4473, -72.8319 | Public |
| LoudvillePine Hill Road |
| 42.2863, -72.7248 | Public |
| NorwichPond Brook Road | 42.2872, -72.8384 | Public | |
| Norwich BridgeWorthington Road | 42.2487, -72.8681 | Public | |
| Plainfield | 42.5343, -72.9248 | Public | |
| West ChesterfieldMain Road | 42.4032, -72.8807 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Massachusetts
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Hampshire County. A natural extension if Hampshire County is already on your trip plan.
- Hampden County~14 mi4 spotsTop: Amethyst, Beryl, Chromite
- Franklin County~17 mi10 spotsTop: Agate, Chalcopyrite, Garnet
- Berkshire County~23 mi3 spotsTop: Asbestos, Green Quartz, Smoky Quartz
- Worcester County~51 mi4 spotsTop: Beryl, Chalcopyrite, Muscovite
- Essex County~103 mi3 spotsTop: Amazonite, Chalcopyrite, Galena
Across the state line from Hampshire 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.
- Capitol Planning Region~41 miConnecticut · 9 spotsTop: Prehnite, Rose Quartz, Staurolite
- Cheshire County~43 miNew Hampshire · 7 spotsTop: Beryl, Fluorite, Aquamarine
- Northwest Hills Planning Region~50 miConnecticut · 7 spotsTop: Galena, Pyrite, Sphalerite
- Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region~60 miConnecticut · 10 spotsTop: Beryl, Aquamarine, Rose Quartz
Hampshire County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Hampshire County, Massachusetts?+
RockHoundR tracks 12 rockhounding spots in Hampshire County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Hampshire County?+
Spots in Hampshire County most often produce Beryl, Rhodonite, Smoky Quartz, Tourmaline, Agate. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Hampshire 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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