Rockhounding in Worcester County, Massachusetts
4 mapped rockhounding spots in Worcester County. Most commonly produces beryl, chalcopyrite, muscovite, scapolite.
Map showing 4 rockhounding spots in Worcester County, Massachusetts
Minerals reported in Worcester County
Spots in Worcester County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Lime QuarryBob Horton Trail |
| 42.4393, -71.5670 | Paid / fee |
| Reynolds Mine at Beryl HillBeryl Hill Road | 42.6912, -72.1439 | Public | |
| Rollstone HillKing Street | 42.5803, -71.8119 | Public | |
| SterlingMain Street | 42.4366, -71.7616 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Massachusetts
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Worcester County. A natural extension if Worcester County is already on your trip plan.
- Franklin County~40 mi10 spotsTop: Agate, Chalcopyrite, Garnet
- Hampshire County~51 mi12 spotsTop: Beryl, Rhodonite, Smoky Quartz
- Essex County~53 mi3 spotsTop: Amazonite, Chalcopyrite, Galena
- Hampden County~58 mi4 spotsTop: Amethyst, Beryl, Chromite
- Berkshire County~73 mi3 spotsTop: Asbestos, Green Quartz, Smoky Quartz
Across the state line from Worcester 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~38 miNew Hampshire · 7 spotsTop: Beryl, Fluorite, Aquamarine
- Providence County~49 miRhode Island · 8 spotsTop: Quartz, Agate, Jasper
- Sullivan County~62 miNew Hampshire · 3 spotsTop: Beryl, Amethyst, Aquamarine
- Capitol Planning Region~65 miConnecticut · 9 spotsTop: Prehnite, Rose Quartz, Staurolite
Worcester County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Worcester County, Massachusetts?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 rockhounding spots in Worcester County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Worcester County?+
Spots in Worcester County most often produce Beryl, Chalcopyrite, Muscovite, Scapolite, Siderite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Worcester 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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