Rockhounding in Washington County, New York
1 mapped rockhounding spot in Washington County. Most commonly produces bornite, calcite, chalcopyrite, pyrite.
Map showing 1 rockhounding spot in Washington County, New York
Minerals reported in Washington County
Spots in Washington County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| FairhavenProuty Road | 43.4893, -73.2619 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New York
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Washington County. A natural extension if Washington County is already on your trip plan.
- Warren County~35 mi3 spotsTop: Garnet, Almandine, Apatite
- Essex County~47 mi10 spotsTop: Labradorite, Graphite, Scapolite
- Montgomery County~72 mi3 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz
- Clinton County~75 mi5 spotsTop: Magnetite, Quartz, Aegirine
- Herkimer County~90 mi8 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz, Calcite
- Saint Lawrence County~121 mi6 spotsTop: Barite, Fluorite, Anthophyllite
Across the state line from Washington 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.
Washington County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Washington County, New York?+
RockHoundR tracks 1 rockhounding spot in Washington County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Washington County?+
Spots in Washington County most often produce Bornite, Calcite, Chalcopyrite, Pyrite, Quartz. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Washington 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 Washington County rockhounding trip
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