Rockhounding in Essex County, New York
10 mapped rockhounding spots in Essex County. Most commonly produces labradorite, graphite, scapolite, albite.
Map showing 10 rockhounding spots in Essex County, New York
Spots in Essex County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buttermilk Falls | 44.4661, -73.4368 | Public | |
| Cascade LakesState Highway 73 |
| 44.2246, -73.8733 | Public |
| Crehore MineBlue Ledges Trail | 43.8333, -74.1333 | Public | |
| Crown PointCreek Road |
| 43.9503, -73.4373 | Public |
| E of MinervaA P Morse Highway |
| 43.7766, -73.9465 | Public |
| Lake HarrisDonks Lane | 43.9736, -74.1467 | Public | |
| Lead HillNY 74 |
| 43.8699, -73.4768 | Public |
| Mill PondLincoln Pond Road | 44.1126, -73.5533 | Public | |
| Opalescent RiverOpalescent Road |
| 44.0181, -74.0478 | Public |
| Port KentTrembleau Road |
| 44.5216, -73.3957 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New York
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Essex County. A natural extension if Essex County is already on your trip plan.
- Warren County~29 mi3 spotsTop: Garnet, Almandine, Apatite
- Clinton County~32 mi5 spotsTop: Magnetite, Quartz, Aegirine
- Saint Lawrence County~83 mi6 spotsTop: Barite, Fluorite, Anthophyllite
- Montgomery County~87 mi3 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz
- Herkimer County~91 mi8 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz, Calcite
- Jefferson County~104 mi3 spotsTop: Barite, Fluorite, Hematite
Across the state line from Essex 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 York.
Essex County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Essex County, New York?+
RockHoundR tracks 10 rockhounding spots in Essex County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Essex County?+
Spots in Essex County most often produce Labradorite, Graphite, Scapolite, Albite, Amphibole. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Essex 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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