Rockhounding in Jefferson County, New York
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Jefferson County. Most commonly produces barite, fluorite, hematite, pyrite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Jefferson County, New York
Spots in Jefferson County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muskellunge LakeNew Connecticut Road | 44.3054, -75.6755 | Public | |
| PhiladelphiaSand Street | 44.1546, -75.7094 | Public | |
| Pillar PointMoffatt Road | 44.0241, -76.1141 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New York
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Jefferson County. A natural extension if Jefferson County is already on your trip plan.
- Saint Lawrence County~26 mi6 spotsTop: Barite, Fluorite, Anthophyllite
- Onondaga County~79 mi3 spotsTop: Fluorite, Peridotite
- Herkimer County~86 mi8 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz, Calcite
- Warren County~101 mi3 spotsTop: Garnet, Almandine, Apatite
- Essex County~104 mi10 spotsTop: Labradorite, Graphite, Scapolite
- Montgomery County~108 mi3 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz
Jefferson County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Jefferson County, New York?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Jefferson County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Jefferson County?+
Spots in Jefferson County most often produce Barite, Fluorite, Hematite, Pyrite, Siderite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Jefferson 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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