Rockhounding in Putnam County, New York
2 mapped rockhounding spots in Putnam County. Most commonly produces arsenopyrite, asbestos, brucite, chondrodite.
Map showing 2 rockhounding spots in Putnam County, New York
Minerals reported in Putnam County
- Arsenopyrite1
- Asbestos1
- Brucite1
- Chondrodite1
- Clinochlore1
- Leucopyrite1
- Magnetite1
- Pyrite1
Spots in Putnam County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine PondTrail |
| 41.4653, -73.7027 | Public |
| Tilly Foster Iron MineOld Mine Road |
| 41.4130, -73.6421 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New York
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Putnam County. A natural extension if Putnam County is already on your trip plan.
Across the state line from Putnam 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.
- Western Connecticut Planning Region~13 miConnecticut · 6 spotsTop: Graphite, Quartz, Aquamarine
- Northwest Hills Planning Region~31 miConnecticut · 7 spotsTop: Galena, Pyrite, Sphalerite
- South Central Connecticut Planning Region~42 miConnecticut · 9 spotsTop: Amethyst, Calcite, Quartz
- Passaic County~43 miNew Jersey · 5 spotsTop: Calcite, Datolite, Goethite
Putnam County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Putnam County, New York?+
RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in Putnam County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Putnam County?+
Spots in Putnam County most often produce Arsenopyrite, Asbestos, Brucite, Chondrodite, Clinochlore. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Putnam 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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