Rockhounding in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Cumberland County. Most commonly produces quartz, agate nodules, amethyst, banded agate.
Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Spots in Cumberland County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| CarlisleShatto Drive | 40.2203, -77.2154 | Public | |
| Little Rocky RidgeKettle Sale Haul Road | 40.0335, -77.3257 | Public | |
| Mt. Holly SpringsCold Springs Road |
| 40.1091, -77.2391 | Public |
| White RocksKuhn Road |
| 40.1327, -77.0887 | Public |
| Yellow Breeches CreekMain Street |
| 40.1706, -76.9107 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Pennsylvania
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Cumberland County. A natural extension if Cumberland County is already on your trip plan.
- York County~17 mi3 spotsTop: Agate, Amethyst, Andradite Garnet
- Adams County~23 mi4 spotsTop: Chabazite, Copper, Epidote
- Lancaster County~47 mi5 spotsTop: Brucite, Chromite, Dogtooth Calcite
- Huntingdon County~49 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Quartz, Barite
- Bedford County~63 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Quartz, Amethyst
- Berks County~71 mi6 spotsTop: Jasper, Agate, Chalcedony
Across the state line from Cumberland 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.
Cumberland County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 rockhounding spots in Cumberland County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Cumberland County?+
Spots in Cumberland County most often produce Quartz, Agate Nodules, Amethyst, Banded Agate, Cryptomelane. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Cumberland 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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