Rockhounding in Adams County, Pennsylvania
4 mapped rockhounding spots in Adams County. Most commonly produces chabazite, copper, epidote, malachite.
Map showing 4 rockhounding spots in Adams County, Pennsylvania
Minerals reported in Adams County
Spots in Adams County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams CountyIron Springs Road | 39.7556, -77.4529 | Public | |
| GettysburgBaltimore Pike | 39.8037, -77.2128 | Public | |
| Piney MountainPine Grove Road |
| 39.9613, -77.3994 | Public |
| Valley QuarryBaltimore Pike |
| 39.8034, -77.2126 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Pennsylvania
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Adams County. A natural extension if Adams County is already on your trip plan.
- Cumberland County~23 mi5 spotsTop: Quartz, Agate Nodules, Amethyst
- York County~32 mi3 spotsTop: Agate, Amethyst, Andradite Garnet
- Huntingdon County~53 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Quartz, Barite
- Lancaster County~55 mi5 spotsTop: Brucite, Chromite, Dogtooth Calcite
- Bedford County~59 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Quartz, Amethyst
- Chester County~82 mi10 spotsTop: Quartz, Amethyst, Azurite
Across the state line from Adams 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 Pennsylvania.
Adams County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Adams County, Pennsylvania?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 rockhounding spots in Adams County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Adams County?+
Spots in Adams County most often produce Chabazite, Copper, Epidote, Malachite, Azurite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Adams 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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