Rockhounding in Hunterdon County, New Jersey
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Hunterdon County. Most commonly produces axinite, datolite, actinolite, braunite.
Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Hunterdon County, New Jersey
Minerals reported in Hunterdon County
- Axinite2
- Datolite2
- Actinolite1
- Braunite1
- Epidote1
- Jasper1
- Pectolite1
- Prehnite1
Spots in Hunterdon County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| ClintonFrontage Road |
| 40.6331, -74.9515 | Public |
| Goat HillGoat Hill Trail |
| 40.3458, -74.9374 | Public |
| Lambertville QuarryDaniel Bray Highway |
| 40.3931, -74.9597 | Public |
| Mt. GilboaDaniel Bray Highway |
| 40.3898, -74.9562 | Public |
| RiegelsvilleMount Joy Road | 40.5938, -75.1835 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New Jersey
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Hunterdon County. A natural extension if Hunterdon County is already on your trip plan.
- Mercer County~15 mi5 spotsTop: Calcite, Amber, Axinite
- Somerset County~22 mi9 spotsTop: Quartz, Agate, Prehnite
- Burlington County~32 mi3 spotsTop: Amber, Clear Agate, Jasper
- Morris County~38 mi11 spotsTop: Pyrite, Apatite, Chalcopyrite
- Sussex County~46 mi6 spotsTop: Fluorite, Willemite, Corundum
- Gloucester County~51 mi5 spotsTop: Amber, Fossils
Across the state line from Hunterdon 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 Jersey.
Hunterdon County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Hunterdon County, New Jersey?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 rockhounding spots in Hunterdon County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Hunterdon County?+
Spots in Hunterdon County most often produce Axinite, Datolite, Actinolite, Braunite, Epidote. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Hunterdon 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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