Rockhounding in Cheshire County, New Hampshire
7 mapped rockhounding spots in Cheshire County. Most commonly produces beryl, fluorite, aquamarine, pink rhodonite.
Map showing 7 rockhounding spots in Cheshire County, New Hampshire
Minerals reported in Cheshire County
- Beryl2
- Fluorite2
- Aquamarine1
- Pink Rhodonite1
- Rhodonite1
- Rose Quartz1
- Staurolite1
Spots in Cheshire County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bald HillDavis Road | 42.9589, -72.2221 | Public | |
| Bassett HillScholtz Road | 42.9580, -72.1910 | Public | |
| Derry HillCochran Road | 43.0448, -72.3717 | Public | |
| HinsdaleAshuelot Rail Trail |
| 42.7862, -72.4658 | Public |
| Park HillPartridge Brook Road | 42.9712, -72.4597 | Public | |
| Spofford LakeRoute 63 | 42.9136, -72.4541 | Public | |
| Winchester | 42.7873, -72.3307 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New Hampshire
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Cheshire County. A natural extension if Cheshire County is already on your trip plan.
Across the state line from Cheshire 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 New Hampshire.
- Franklin County~26 miMassachusetts · 10 spotsTop: Agate, Chalcopyrite, Garnet
- Windsor County~33 miVermont · 3 spotsTop: Calcite, Pyrite, Actinolite
- Worcester County~38 miMassachusetts · 4 spotsTop: Beryl, Chalcopyrite, Muscovite
- Hampshire County~43 miMassachusetts · 12 spotsTop: Beryl, Rhodonite, Smoky Quartz
Cheshire County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Cheshire County, New Hampshire?+
RockHoundR tracks 7 rockhounding spots in Cheshire County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Cheshire County?+
Spots in Cheshire County most often produce Beryl, Fluorite, Aquamarine, Pink Rhodonite, Rhodonite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Cheshire 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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