Rockhounding in Hamilton County, New York
2 mapped rockhounding spots in Hamilton County. Most commonly produces almandine, garnet, labradorite.
Map showing 2 rockhounding spots in Hamilton County, New York
Minerals reported in Hamilton County
- Almandine1
- Garnet1
- Labradorite1
Spots in Hamilton County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humphrey Mountain |
| 43.6351, -74.2370 | Public |
| Sacandaga RiverState Highway 8 |
| 43.4675, -74.2273 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New York
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Hamilton County. A natural extension if Hamilton County is already on your trip plan.
- Warren County~18 mi3 spotsTop: Garnet, Almandine, Apatite
- Essex County~44 mi10 spotsTop: Labradorite, Graphite, Scapolite
- Montgomery County~44 mi3 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz
- Herkimer County~49 mi8 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz, Calcite
- Clinton County~74 mi5 spotsTop: Magnetite, Quartz, Aegirine
- Saint Lawrence County~80 mi6 spotsTop: Barite, Fluorite, Anthophyllite
Across the state line from Hamilton 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.
- Rutland County~64 miVermont · 3 spotsTop: Green Aventurine, Ilmenite, Marble
- Windsor County~83 miVermont · 3 spotsTop: Calcite, Pyrite, Actinolite
- Orange County~92 miVermont · 3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Pyrrhotite, Actinolite
- Berkshire County~95 miMassachusetts · 3 spotsTop: Asbestos, Green Quartz, Smoky Quartz
Hamilton County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Hamilton County, New York?+
RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in Hamilton County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Hamilton County?+
Spots in Hamilton County most often produce Almandine, Garnet, Labradorite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Hamilton 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 Hamilton County rockhounding trip
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