Rockhounding in Franklin County, New York
1 mapped rockhounding spot in Franklin County. Most commonly produces sunstone.
Map showing 1 rockhounding spot in Franklin County, New York
Minerals reported in Franklin County
- Sunstone1
Spots in Franklin County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old mine dumpAdirondack Branch |
| 44.7393, -74.1725 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New York
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Franklin County. A natural extension if Franklin County is already on your trip plan.
- Clinton County~29 mi5 spotsTop: Magnetite, Quartz, Aegirine
- Essex County~51 mi10 spotsTop: Labradorite, Graphite, Scapolite
- Saint Lawrence County~65 mi6 spotsTop: Barite, Fluorite, Anthophyllite
- Warren County~74 mi3 spotsTop: Garnet, Almandine, Apatite
- Jefferson County~91 mi3 spotsTop: Barite, Fluorite, Hematite
- Herkimer County~121 mi8 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz, Calcite
Across the state line from Franklin 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.
Franklin County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Franklin County, New York?+
RockHoundR tracks 1 rockhounding spot in Franklin County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Franklin County?+
Spots in Franklin County most often produce Sunstone. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Franklin 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.
Plan a Franklin County rockhounding trip
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