Rockhounding in Onondaga County, New York
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Onondaga County. Most commonly produces fluorite, peridotite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Onondaga County, New York
Minerals reported in Onondaga County
- Fluorite2
- Peridotite1
Spots in Onondaga County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| FayettevilleSalt Springs Road | 43.0288, -75.9649 | Public | |
| ManliusEast Seneca Turnpike | 42.9966, -76.0261 | Public | |
| SyracuseSouth State Street |
| 43.0470, -76.1475 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New York
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Onondaga County. A natural extension if Onondaga County is already on your trip plan.
- Herkimer County~55 mi8 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz, Calcite
- Jefferson County~79 mi3 spotsTop: Barite, Fluorite, Hematite
- Montgomery County~79 mi3 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz
- Saint Lawrence County~98 mi6 spotsTop: Barite, Fluorite, Anthophyllite
- Warren County~116 mi3 spotsTop: Garnet, Almandine, Apatite
- Essex County~136 mi10 spotsTop: Labradorite, Graphite, Scapolite
Onondaga County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Onondaga County, New York?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Onondaga County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Onondaga County?+
Spots in Onondaga County most often produce Fluorite, Peridotite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Onondaga 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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